DONE DEAL BENATIA TO BAYER MUNICH

The Moroccan centre-back's departure from Serie A has appeared imminent for some time, as Europe's elite circled around the all-action defender prior to his agreement with Bayern. Javi Martinez's long-term injury upped Bayern's interest in the player who will now link up with the Bundesliga champions. Benatia is said to have gained attention from Premier League outfits Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City this summer, per Nick Lustig of the Daily Express. Bayern managed to confirm a costly deal, however, as detailed by James Horncastle of BT Sport: