Bayern Munich close to beating PSG in race to sign teenager wanted by Man Utd & Chelsea

Bayern Munich are closing in on the signing of Desire Doue from Rennes despite rival interest from Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Chelsea.

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• Doue wanted by various clubs
• Has exploded at Rennes
• Bayern closing in on signing

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Per , Bayern have the edge over PSG in the race to sign the sought-after Doue. Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham have also been linked with the 19-year-old, who has developed into one of the most exciting wingers in European football.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Doue scored four goals and registerd five assists last season in 31 Ligue 1 games at the age of just 19. He is a France Under-23 international and is currently representing his country at the Olympics, and 's report claims he is hoping to make a move to Germany. He would cost around €60 million (£51m/$65m).

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Doue has scored once at the Olympics, showing his mettle at the U23 tournament. It remains to be seen if Bayern can strike a deal with Rennes given the sheer amount of rival interest.

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  WHAT NEXT?

  Formal bids are likely to follow before the transfer deadline, given that several of Europe's top clubs appear to be employing a watching brief on Doue's progress.