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Bayern Transfer News: Chelsea forward edging closer to join Bayern; Arsenal target, James Rodriguez issued Bayern Munich warning and more - January 20, 2019

Bayern Munich manager, Niko Kovac
Bayern Munich manager, Niko Kovac

Hello and Welcome to the daily Bayern Munich Transfer corner. 

The January Transfer window is entering into its fourth week with some significant movements are expected in and around the Allianz Arena. The defending Bundesliga Champions are six points behind the league leaders, Borussia Dortmund and might need some reinforcements to close that gap at the top. 

Hence without much ado, let's look at what's today edition of Transfer round-up has in store for us.


#4 Ralf Rangnick talks about Timo Werner amid Bayern speculation

Timo Werner has impressed for RB Leipzig.
Timo Werner has impressed for RB Leipzig.

According to reports, RB Leipzig boss, Ralf Ragnick has expressed concerns over the possibility of Timo Werner staying at the club in case Bayern are seriously interested in signing the forward. However, he expects Werner to extend his contract which runs till 2020. 

The RB Leipzig sporting director told the Sky that -

"I see him in perfect hands with us for the next to or three years,"
"If Bayern is serious, then it will be difficult. But it also depends on his priorities." 

Other than Bayern, Liverpool is also interested in Werner who has scored 13 goals so far this campaign.

#3 James Rodriguez has been warned at Bayern

Rodriguez has struggled for game time this season.
Rodriguez has struggled for game time this season.

According to the Sunday Express, Bayern Munich manager, Niko Kovac has made it clear to James Rodriguez that he is fighting for his future at the club. The Columbian who is currently on a two-year loan spell from Real Madrid has failed to impress with his performances this season. 

Premier League club, Arsenal linked with a move for James with Bayern unlikely to make his loan spell permanent at the end of the season. In an interview, Kiko said - 

"James is playing for his future,
“I expect him to keep pushing."

There is no doubt about the quality of the playmaker, and in case he leaves Bayern after this season, there is always an option to return to Real Madrid who themselves are in deep waters at the moment.

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