Barcelona have intensified their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen center-back Jonathan Tah, with the 28-year-old defender reportedly meeting with Barca sporting director Deco. Tah, whose contract with Leverkusen expires at the end of the season, is attracting interest from top clubs, including Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.
Tah, a towering presence in defense, was heavily linked with a move to Bayern during the summer transfer window. However, Barcelona’s renewed interest appears to have added fresh intrigue to the race for his signature. Sharing an agent with Barcelona boss Hansi Flick, Tah’s potential move to the Camp Nou is seen as a priority for Barca, who are looking to bolster their defensive options.
According to Sky Germany, Bayern Munich remain firmly in contention, ensuring a heated battle between two of Europe’s most storied clubs. While Bayern have the homegrown advantage in securing the services of the German international, Barcelona’s proactive approach and Flick’s connection to Tah’s camp could sway the decision in their favor.
Barcelona’s defensive line has been a point of concern, with injuries and squad depth issues hampering their campaign. Tah’s experience and commanding presence could provide the stability the Catalan giants need as they push for success domestically and in Europe.
With Tah’s contract situation leaving him free to negotiate a move in January, both Barcelona and Bayern are expected to ramp up their efforts in the coming weeks. For now, the player’s future hangs in the balance as two titans of European football go head-to-head for his services.
