Bayern Munich are set to complete the signing of Galatasaray right-back Sacha Boey after their failed Kieran Trippier bid.
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Boey set to join Bayern MunichClub originally wanted TrippierSet to undergo medicals on SaturdayGettyWHAT HAPPENED?
The Bavarians have targeted the full-back to sort out their lack of depth at right-back as they look to fight back against league leaders, Bayer Leverkusen. As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the two clubs have had a verbal agreement put in place and the paperwork will soon follow. Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports offers some further specifics, stating that Boey will sign a five-and-a-half-year deal until 2029, with the transfer costing around €28 million (£24m/$30m) in total. Following the closing of this deal, the Frenchman will likely arrive for his medical on Saturday.
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The deal had hit a slight hiccup as was reported yesterday when Bayern had their primary bid of €15 million (£13m/$16m) rejected by Galatasaray as they wanted a package closer to €30-35 million (£25-29m/$32-38m). However, the Bavarians managed to reduce the Turkish side's demands due to Boey's willingness to join the German side.
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According to GFFN, Bayern pursued Boey after the young Frenchman sparked their interest during Galatasaray's Champions League campaign. Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel reportedly praised the right-back's performance in his club's games against the Turkish team.
WHAT NEXT?
It is extremely unlikely that the French defender will be able to make it to Tuchel's squad for their Bundesliga match against Augsburg on Saturday, January 27. The defender is set to undergo his medicals with the club ahead of the game.