Bayern Munich will not be pursuing a move for Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic this summer, despite recent reports linking the Croatia international with a move. The 28-year-old was briefly linked with the German giants following the appointment of Thomas Tuchel, however they appear to have their sights set elsewhere.
According to Sky Sports Germany, Bayern believe that a deal which brings Kovacic to the Allianz Arena is not within their budget. The midfielder, who sees his contract with the Blues expire at the end of next season, is currently valued at £22million by the CIES Football Observatory.
However, Kovacic has recently grown into a leadership role at Chelsea so it could well cost any potential suitor far more. The report states that the German outfit believe they already have 'too many players' in the Croatia international's position.
