Bayern Munich thrashed Hoffenheim 5-0 on Wednesday and restored their four-point Bundesliga lead ahead of second-placed Bayer Leverkusen. The defending Bundesliga champions defeated Mainz 1-0 on Tuesday and had closed the gap to Bayern to one point,

Bayern Munich easily defended their lead over Leverkusen on Wednesday. The leaders outclassed Hoffenheim 5-0 at the end of the first half of the season.

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Bayern Munich have reportedly begun talks with Chelsea regarding the transfer of Christopher Nkunku, all while the two clubs discuss a separate deal involving a move for Bayern's Mathys Tel. Chelsea are open to parting ways with Nkunku and are looking for a transfer fee of around $80 million,

Chelsea have enquired over a potential deal to sign Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel. The Premier League club have made contact with their Bundesliga counterparts to explore a move, with Bayern interested in signing Christopher Nkunku in a separate deal.

Christopher Nkunku eyes Bayern Munich move as Chelsea negotiate a possible swap deal involving Bayern's young striker Mathys Tel.