Harry Kane's back-up? Bayern Munich chief responds to potential Nicolas Jackson transfer with Chelsea open to selling out-of-favour striker as Bundesliga giants return for Christopher Nkunku

Jackson has been linked with a move to several English clubs, including Newcastle and Manchester United, while Bayern had also been considered as a possible destination for the Senegalese striker. 

Despite his links with the German champions, Bayern chief Max Eberl ruled out the possibility of going after the Blues outcast. Speaking to reporters, Eberl said: "Definitely not. I've never spoken to him." The Bavarian side have strengthened their attack this summer by adding Colombian attacker Luis Diaz from Liverpool.

While Bayern have no plans to go after Jackson, they remain keen on signing another Chelsea outcast in Christopher Nkunku, according to Sky Sports' Florian Plettenberg. The report adds that a deal between the Blues and Bundesliga giants could materialise before the transfer window closes on September 1, but it will depend on whether Die Roten reignite their interest in Stuttgart's Nick Woltemade. Bayern's Eberl is known to be an admirer of Nkunku's versatility, as the Frenchman can play in multiple positions in the attack.

Harry Kane and Co. will play their first competitive match of the new season this Saturday as they take on Stuttgart in the German Super Cup. Woltemade could line up for the opposition.