Fans think Man Utd transfer target 'waved goodbye' after Champions League match

An apparent Manchester United transfer target appeared to wave goodbye to fans of his current team after the latest Champions League matchday.

After a horrible start to the 24/25 season, United have been tipped to add to their squad before Monday's transfer deadline.

Current Red Devils star Marcus Rashford's future remains uncertain, having been heavily linked with a move away.

In addition, winger Antony has been loaned to La Liga side Real Betis for the remainder of the campaign, meaning United could look to bolster their attacking options.

On Wednesday afternoon, The Athletic's David Ornstein claimed that United are interested in signing forward Mathys Tel if Bayern Munich decide to move the player on.

He wrote on social media: "Man Utd interested in signing Mathys Tel if Bayern Munich sanction loan departure before deadline. #MUFC not progressing move yet as prioritising exits + contact with 19yo’s camp rather than #FCBayern - but temporary switch carries appeal."

Aside from United, the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea have also been linked with the 19-year-old attacker.

On Wednesday night, Bayern boss Vincent Kompany started Tel as they took on Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League.

The Frenchman played 62 minutes before being replaced by Kingsley Coman, with the Bavarian coming out 3-1 winners.

After the final whistle, a video circulated on social media which appeared to show Tel interacting with Bayern fans.

Tel had his arms raised in the air before spending time to sign autographs for supporters.

Journalist Victor Catalina wrote: "After the team, Mathys Tel goes alone to the south curve, gives away his jacket and takes selfies. They could have been the last ones. The scenes look like a farewell." You can watch the footage below.

Nach der Mannschaft geht Mathys Tel alleine nochmal vor die Südkurve, verschenkt seine Jacke und macht Selfies. Es könnten die letzten gewesen sein. Die Szenen sehen schwer nach Abschied aus. #FCBSLO #FCBayern #UCL 🔴⚪️🏆 pic.twitter.com/NvRf1xmMo3

— Victor Catalina (@vcatalina96) January 29, 2025

Reacting on social media, one United fan said: "I hope we can go all out to bring him."

Another tweeted: "Mathys Tel seemingly saying bye to the Bayern fans."

A third fan added: "Surely he's leaving now?"