Real Madrid have reportedly emerged as the favourites to sign Bayern Munich centre-back Niklas Sule.

The 26-year-old has been a key player for the Bundesliga champions during the 2021-22 campaign, making 25 appearances in all competitions, including 18 outings in Germany's top flight.

However, the Germany international's contract at Allianz Arena is due to expire this summer, and Bayern CEO Oliver Kahn recently revealed that the centre-back is set to leave on a free transfer.

Chelsea and Barcelona are among the clubs to be credited with an interest in Sule, who has won four Bundesliga titles and the Champions League during his time with Der FCB.

However, according to Defensa Central, Real Madrid are at the head of the queue for the German, with the La Liga leaders desperate to bring another centre-back to the club this summer.

Carlo Ancelotti's side are currently free to hold discussions with Sule over a pre-contract, with the defender set to be one of the most attractive free agents on the market this summer.

Real Madrid are also allegedly showing an interest in Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta.