Bayern Munich Transfer News: Uli Hoeness Discusses Jerome Boateng Exit Rumours

Jerome Boateng could leave Bayern Munich and move to Paris Saint-Germain before the end of the summer transfer window.

Bayern president Uli Hoeness discussed Boateng's future with Sky News (h/t BBC Sport): "Jerome has told [chairman] Karl-Heinz Rummenigge he wants a change. It's 50-50. We'll be happy if he stays; he is a fantastic player. [If he goes,] I believe it will be Paris."

Hoeness also said a "decision will be reached in the next few weeks."

Those words were in direct contrast to the view of manager Niko Kovac, who hinted Boateng may stay beyond the close of the window, saying, per Goal's Patric Ridge, "If anything happens at the end of the transfer period then we see, it may happen."

Letting Boateng move on may not be the worst decision Die Roten can make. Kovac already has younger options at his disposal, led by Niklas Sule.

Boris Streubel/Getty Images

The 22-year-old former Hoffenheim star is an imposing centre-back who can dominate in the air and also has underrated technique to play out from defence. Sule has the potential to become the linchpin of Bayern's back line for years to come.

Lars Lukas Mai is another promising young defender who at just 18 has the skills to step into the starting XI when needed. He's a raw talent who needs playing time to further his development.

Bayern have also been linked with World Cup winner Benjamin Pavard. The 22-year-old, who can play right-back and centre-back, helped France win the trophy in Russia.

Last month, SWR Sport (h/t Daily Mirror) reported Pavard had agreed to move to the Allianz Arena after Bayern and Stuttgart negotiated a fee of £31.2 million.

Daniel Maurer/Associated Press

Stuttgart director Michael Reschke talked up the desire to have Pavard stay for another season, per ESPN FC's Mark Lovell.

Bayern appear primed to start a regeneration at the heart of their back four. Finding replacements for Boateng and fellow 29-year-old Mats Hummels is the priority, with Boateng generating interest this summer.

He was linked with Manchester United earlier this month, per Christian Falk of the Guardian, who also noted PSG were keen.

If the defender is determined to leave, Die Roten have enough quality alternatives to not stand in his way.