German champions Bayern Munich are considering a move for Brentford goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha.
Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg claims 28-year-old Strakosha is on Bayern’s shortlist this window, along with PAOK Saloniki youngster Dominik Kotarski.
The German side are in the market for a new ‘keeper with wholesale changes expected in their goalkeeping department this summer.
Thomas Tuchel’s side are planning for life after 37-year-old Manuel Neuer, with backup goalkeepers Yann Sommer and Alexander Nubel both expected to leave the club this summer.
Albanian international Strakosha joined the Bees from Lazio on a free transfer just last summer but has only made two appearances for Thomas Frank’s side, none of which were in the Premier League.
Brentford’s goalkeeper situation
It is widely reported that current Brentford number one David Raya wants to leave the club this summer, with a move to Tottenham looking the most likely at one stage with Spaniard Raya agreeing personal terms with the club.
However, new boss Ange Postecoglou moved quickly to sign Empoli ‘keeper Guglielmo Vicario for a fee in the region of £17.2 million.
Since Spurs’ interest in Raya faded, he has failed to attract any offers leaving his future up in the air for the time being.
With Raya wanting out, Frank wasted no time in signing a new shot-stopper with the 30-year-old Mark Flekken joining from German side Freiburg for a reported £13 million.
Young ‘keeper Matthew Cox has impressed for Brentford B in recent months since his arrival from AFC Wimbledon on a six-year deal last summer. However, he could be set for a loan spell this season in order to gain first-team experience.
With Strakosha being under contract for another two seasons, Bayern would have to pay a fee for the Albanian.
He would likely receive more game time with the German side, so a permanent move away from the Bees could result in a good deal for both parties.