Bayern manager Julian Nagelsmann is hasn’t had a particularly noteworthy transfer window to kick off his reign at Allianz Arena. Dayot Upamecano and Omar Richards were secured months ago, and since then, there were only departures. After Jerome Boateng and David Alaba had gone, the German champions are short of defensive options – and Thilo Kehrer is Bayern’s number one target.Bayern are set to make a move to sign Thilo Kehrer. Oliver Kahn and Hasan Salihamidžić are very interested in the defender. A meeting with Kehrer’s representatives took place last Friday before the Gladbach game. Bayern willing to offer €12m. Player is keen [@lequipe] pic.twitter.com/h6Rw5zTFh8— Bayern & Germany (@iMiaSanMia) August 18, 2021 German-born son of a Burundian mother has joined Paris three years ago for a fee of $40.7 million from Schalke 04. The 24-year-old centre-back has nine appearances for Germany already, but getting into the German national team may prove easier than breaking into PSG’s starting eleven this season. Captain Marquinhos and new recruit Sergio Ramos are going to be the first-choice partnership in the heart of Parisian defence this year. So, Kehrer is keen on finding a club where he would play regularly – but under one condition: that the club has qualified for the Champions League.Sunday, 18.30: (1.15) Bayern (8.50) Koln (15.0)Bayer Leverkusen have tried and failed to attract Kehrer back to German Bundesliga, but the prestige of playing in the Champions League is too precious for the young defender. That is why he said no and decided to wait for a more suitable suitor. And Bayern tick all the boxes!While he’s waiting for a possible transfer, Thilo is engaged in charity work as patron for the “Impetus for Hope” foundation that helps poor children in various parts of Africa.”My roots are in Burundi, which is why I have a very special feeling for this country. The fight against poverty, hunger and poor medical care is part of daily life – still today. Despite all the difficulties and problems that the country faces, including civil war and poverty, I was taught to never lose faith in the strength of the Burundians. The Christian values of love, faith and hope have shaped me since my childhood. They are my guide and constant motivation to help other people.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thilo Kehrer Foundation (@thilokehrerfoundation) There are only 12 days left before the current transfer closes. The Bavarians will have to make their move quickly to secure the signature of the former Stuttgart and Schalke talent.
