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Bayern Director Hasan Salihamidzic Says He's Not in Love with Callum Hudson-Odoi

Bayern Munich director Hasan Salihamidzic says he isn't in love with Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi after it was claimed he'd fallen for Maurizio Sarri's disgruntled star.

Goal's Ronan Murphy referred to comments made earlier by Bayern CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, who said his colleague "nearly fell in love with" Hudson-Odoi, who recently saw a transfer request rejected.

Bayern were linked with the 18-year-old throughout January, but Salihamidzic said his fascination was not so severe: "You know the only one I'm in love with is my wife. But I am very, very convinced of the qualities this player has.