Bayern Munich 'to hijack Chelsea, Manchester United's Romelu Lukaku pursuit'

Bayern Munich have reportedly joined the race to sign Romelu Lukaku, potentially derailing the hopes that Chelsea and Manchester United had of signing the Everton striker.

The 24-year-old, who is currently away on international duty with Belgium, is thought to be at the centre of a tug-of-war between the Premier League rivals.

According to the Manchester Evening News, however, Bayern have shown an interest and the player's father is particularly receptive for a move to the Allianz Arena to go through.

Everton would also be more willing to offload to a team not considered to be a rival, but will stand by their £100m valuation despite the former Chelsea ace having just two years remaining on his current deal.

Lukaku, who has netted 71 goals since joining the Toffees in 2014, turned down a £140,000-a-week contract at Goodison Park earlier this year and made clear his intention to play Champions League football.