Bayern Munich agree Mehdi Benatia fee

Bayern Munich have reached an agreement with Roma to sign Mehdi Benatia.

Speculation earlier today had suggested that a deal was close to completion, with Bayern having seen off reported competition from Manchester United and Chelsea for the defender.

The German club have now confirmed that their Serie A counterparts have accepted their offer, which is believed to be around £24m.

Der #FCBayern steht unmittelbar vor der Verpflichtung von @MedhiBenatia. Die Infos: http://t.co/JO3dnck0p7 pic.twitter.com/lb0mtHoPmN

— FC Bayern München (@FCBayern) August 26, 2014

Pending the passing of a medical, Benatia will sign a five-year contract at the Allianz Arena.