In recent weeks, Finn Jeltsch’s possible move to FC Bayern has been a topic of conversation – but the record champions have no concrete plans
FC Bayern have repeatedly been linked with promising talents from the Bundesliga, most recently with Finn Jeltsch, a young central defender from VfB Stuttgart who has played his way into the limelight this season with strong performances
But how concrete is Munich’s interest really? In the BILD podcast Bayern Insider, Christian Falk made it clear that a transfer is currently not an issue: „That’s not true.“
Bayern sees no need in the center of defence
Despite the 19-year-old’s impressive development, those responsible at FC Bayern do not currently see any acute need for action. The center of defence is considered to be adequately staffed – and that is precisely the crucial point. „Central defenders are occupied at Bayern. If nobody leaves the club, nothing will happen there,“ said Falk
This clear assessment shows that a possible transfer in the summer is not currently part of Munich’s strategic planning. Instead, they are relying on the existing options in the squad
Yeltsch remains in Bayern’s focus
However, the Stuttgart shooting star has not completely disappeared from view. On the contrary: his development is being monitored very closely at Säbener Straße. „You can already say that he is in FC Bayern’s field of vision,“ added Falk
With strong performances and a rapid rise in market value, the young defender has also become the focus of top European clubs. While Bayern are currently hesitant, international interest is growing. Numerous scouts from England in particular are said to be regularly in the stands
This could open up a lucrative transfer window for VfB Stuttgart in the summer. The player is considered one of the most exciting defensive talents in Europe – and could generate correspondingly high revenues
Almost a year ago, Nuremberg made the switch to the Swabians, with VfB Stuttgart transferring 9.5 million euros to the club for the German U17 world and European champion. According to BILD, VfB would be willing to discuss a sum of 50 million euros or more in the summer.