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Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel is reportedly eager to sign Barcelona winger Raphinha this summer, having missed out on his 'dream player' while at Chelsea last year.

Raphinha snubbed a move to Stamford Bridge in favour of Barcelona last summer, moving to the Catalan giants from Leeds for £56million, but could be on his way out already following a somewhat unconvincing season at the Nou Camp.

Tuchel, who steered Bayern Munich to their 11th successive Bundesliga crown on the final day of the season this month, is keen to bolster his squad with reinforcements ahead of next term and has reportedly lined up Raphinha as a summer target.

The ex-Leeds man contributed 10 goals and 12 assists from 50 appearances under Xavi this campaign and has been described as Tuchel's 'dream player' by the German media.

Reports claim that Tuchel is willing to offer versatile defender Benjamin Pavard, who has attracted interest from Barcelona ahead of the transfer window, in a swap deal for the winger.