Bayern Munich are eyeing a January move for Chelsea striker Timo Werner.

Sport1 says Bayern chiefs are ready to back new coach Julian Nagelsmann and move for the Germany international over the New Year.

Nagelsmann remains in regular contact with his former RB Leipzig striker and is eager for a reunion at Bayern.

Knowing Werner is struggling to settle in England, Bayern's board spy an opportunity to bring him back to the Bundesliga for a knockdown price.

With Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Muller now carrying veteran status, Bayern are eager to refreshen their attack with younger additions.