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Arsenal, Chelsea ready to pounce for cut-price Bayern Munich defender Boateng

Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng is back on the agenda of Premier League clubs.

Foot Mercato says the Germany international, who has over a year to run on his current deal, is attracting fresh interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.

It's suggested Boateng is prepared to leave Bayern this summer - and a move to England is on his agenda.

Bayern are willing to sell Boateng for €16-18m.

Earlier this season, Bayern coach Hansi Flick admitted he could not guarantee a regular start for the veteran: "When he does not play, he is not enthusiastic, but he accepts it..."

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