Following the acquisition of Harry Kane’s striking prowess in the summer, Thomas Tuchel appears to be eyeing defensive reinforcements, with sources indicating that England captain Kane has sung praises of a versatile player from Tottenham Hotspur.

Eric Dier finds himself out of favor at Tottenham Hotspur under Ange Postecoglou, yearning for a fresh start in his career. The news that a potential move to the German champions is in the offing has drawn astonishment from Paul Merson, who expressed his incredulity on Soccer Saturday on Sky Sports (06/01/24 at 2:25 pm).

Despite featuring only 198 minutes of Premier League football this season, Dier’s previous contributions under Mauricio Pochettino and Antonio Conte continue to bolster his appeal. The prospect not only includes a potential move to Bayern Munich but also the possibility of lifting silverware at the season’s culmination, including the European Cup—a development that has left Merson thoroughly impressed.

Addressing the possibility of Dier joining Bayern Munich, Merson exclaimed, “Oh, it’s unbelievable… If he plays there (in midfield), and they are talking about Kimmich might be going somewhere. Fair play to him. At holding midfield, I think he could do a very good job.”

Considering Thomas Tuchel’s familiarity with a player of Dier’s caliber during his successful tenure as Chelsea’s manager, there’s a strong likelihood that he is well-acquainted with Dier’s capabilities. Dier’s versatility across multiple positions, including right-back, centre-back, and midfield, further adds to his appeal. Given Bayern’s need for a definitive defensive midfielder, it wouldn’t be surprising if the £85k-a-week star assumes that pivotal role for the German giants. This presents a significant opportunity for Dier to reinvigorate his career, deliver commendable performances, and potentially earn a late call-up to Gareth Southgate’s squad for Euro 2024.