LIVE Transfer Talk: Barca, Bayern chase Tah deal before deadline

Barcelona and Bayern Munich are reportedly chasing a deal for Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah before the transfer deadline.

The 26-year-old center-back has been a key player for Leverkusen, making 143 appearances and scoring 5 goals in all competitions for the Bundesliga club.

According to reports, Barcelona and Bayern Munich are both keen on signing Tah, who has been capped 15 times by Germany.

Here is a look at the latest transfer rumors involving Tah:

• Barcelona are reportedly leading the chase for Tah, with the Spanish club said to be willing to pay up to €40 million for the defender.
• Bayern Munich are also interested in Tah, but the German club is reportedly reluctant to pay Barcelona's asking price.
• Tah has a contract with Leverkusen until 2025, but the defender is said to be keen on a move to either Barcelona or Bayern Munich.

The transfer deadline is on September 1, so it remains to be seen if Barcelona or Bayern Munich will be able to sign Tah. However, it is clear that the defender is a hot property, and a move to one of Europe's top clubs could be on the cards.