The German champions Bayern Munich have reportedly started negotiations with Alexis Sanchez’s agent over a summer transfer for the Chile international.

Arsenal attacker is soon to enter in his final 12-months of his current contract at the Emirates Stadium and has stalled on extending the deal.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is determined that the 28-year-old will remain with the Gunners next season, but German publication Bild reports that the Bavarians have already taken the first step to signing Sanchez this at the end of the season.

Sanchez’s agent Fernando Felicevich is also said to have recently discussed a move to the Bundesliga for Arturo Vidal.

Sanchez is said to be valued at £50m by the north Londoners.