Bayern Munich are exploring the possibility of bringing in Ghanaian defender Daniel Amartey on a temporary deal as they battle a deepening defensive injury crisis, according to German outlet Merkur.

The 30-year-old, currently a free agent after parting ways with Turkish giants Besiktas, is being considered as a short-term solution to help shore up Bayern’s backline. Known for his versatility and experience, Amartey boasts a solid resume with stints in Sweden, Denmark, and most notably, England’s Premier League.

Amartey first rose to prominence with Djurgardens IF in Sweden, earning a move to FC Copenhagen, before sealing a high-profile switch to Leicester City in 2016. At Leicester, he played a vital role in their historic Premier League title-winning campaign and remained a dependable figure in both central defense and midfield for several seasons.

Now, with Bayern struggling to cope with injuries to key defenders including Dayot Upamecano, Alphonso Davies, and Hiroki Ito, the club is reportedly weighing up their emergency options.

Other names under consideration include Serge Aurier, the experienced Ivorian full-back formerly of PSG and Tottenham, and Mario Rui, a left-back with Serie A pedigree from spells at AS Roma and Napoli.

However, Bundesliga regulations currently prevent free-agent signings outside the designated transfer windows, which may delay or even derail any immediate move for Amartey or the other candidates.

Still, with Bayern’s ambitions on the line and their defense stretched thin, a creative solution may be on the cards.