Jonathan Tah of Bayern Munich
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In a major development, Florian Plettenberg of Sky Germany reports that Barcelona have made an enquiry for Bayern Munich defensive mainstay Jonathan Tah.
The Blaugrana are scouring the market for an experienced defender to partner Pau Cubarsi at the heart of the defence and see the German international as an appealing target.
Tah back on Barcelona’s radar
Tah is a name very familiar to Barcelona, considering that they had shown a strong interest in signing him back in 2025, when his contract at Bayer Leverkusen was expiring.
The La Liga champions explored the possibility of a move but decided not to sign him, and he ended up moving to Bayern Munich.
Since joining the Bundesliga title holders, the 30-year-old has grown into a mainstay at the back, racking up 67 appearances in which he has three goals and assists each.
Jonathan Tah of Bayern Munich and Germany
Back on Barcelona’s radar. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
As per the report, Barcelona director Deco and manager Hansi Flick continue to rate Tah highly, and therefore, an enquiry has now been made regarding his availability.
January move not an option
However, the journalist states that, as things stand, a January move for Tah is not seen as viable for Barcelona.
The German international is settled well at Bayern Munich, who themselves have no intentions of letting the centre-back leave the club in January.
As such, Barça’s interest is unlikely to proceed beyond the enquiry that has been made for the 30-year-old defender, whose contract at the Allianz Arena runs until the summer of 2029.
Jonathan Tah of Bayern Munich
Bayern will not sell Tah in January. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)
While Tah may be well-liked by the club, previous reports have strongly suggested that the preference for Flick & co. is to sign a left-footed centre-back.
Lisandro Martinez of Manchester United, whose contract expires in 2027, has emerged as the most realistic target for Barcelona.
Meanwhile, there have also been tentative links to players like Real Betis’ Natan and Piero Hincapie of Arsenal.
It remains to be seen who Barcelona go after to strengthen their backline during the upcoming January window. What seems certain is that a move for Tah is unlikely to pan out for the Catalans.
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