Bayern Munich are said to be in formal negotiations with Manchester City over the signing of John Stones. The defender has been a target for some time, and talks are said to be intensifying as the window progresses. The player remains under contract, but movement looks increasingly likely the longer talks go on. Talks remain ongoing, though with no rival clubs reported in the mix, Bayern Munich are progressing without added pressure. Bayern Munich's back line has been a real strength this season, conceding just 0.9 goals per game (19 in 21). John Stones would be expected to slot into that unit and hold his own in an already solid setup. Alongside this, Manchester City are said to be exploring Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Sandro Tonali and Sverre Halseth Nypan with Bayern Munich likewise connected to Jules Kounde, Kai Havertz and Bryan Zaragoza Martinez. Stay tuned for more details as the story develops. Need more Bayern Munich transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for news and updates as they happen.