Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard has reportedly been offered to Manchester United and Chelsea this summer.
That’s according to German publication Sport 1, who claim Bayern will cash in on the 26-year-old if they receive a ‘handsome transfer fee’ from either United or Chelsea.
However, the report does add that the Blues are the most interested in signing the French World Cup winner.
L’Equipe recently reported that the France international is considering his future after a difficult spell with Bayern. The Bundesliga giants would demand around €35 million (£30m) for the versatile defender.
It seems as though Pavard’s days in Bavaria could be numbered, with United and Chelsea monitoring his current situation with Bayern.
Manchester United and Chelsea offered Benjamin Pavard
For just £30m, the World Cup winner would be a superb addition for either United or Chelsea, as they strive to build squads capable of challenging for silverware.
He can play anywhere along the back-line although right-back is by far his strongest position. He would be a huge upgrade on Aaron Wan-Bissaka for United and would provide stiff competition for Reece James at Stamford Bridge.
In 25 Bundesliga appearances for Bayern last season, the defender averaged 1.4 tackles, 1.4 interceptions and two clearances per game.
During those outings, the Bayern ace made 77.1 passes per game and recorded a mightily impressive completion rate of 88.1%. The Frenchman is highly energetic, has bundles of pace and possesses exceptional technique.
Three league titles, Champions League and World Cup winner’s medals are evidence of Pavard’s winning mentality. United and Chelsea could really do with some more players like that.
However, whether United or Chelsea manage to prise Pavard away from Bayern remains to be seen this summer.
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