Bayern step on the gas: clear direction in the Upamecano chase | OneFootball

FC Bayern wants to extend Dayot Upamecano's contract, but the negotiations are proving difficult. Now a transfer insider provides an update.

FC Bayern continues to work intensively on extending the contract with defensive chief Dayot Upamecano – and according to Sky reporter Florian Plettenberg, the chances are good that the French national player will remain with the club long-term.

“Many clubs have positioned themselves. But I am still convinced – also from everything I hear from our sources within the club – that Bayern will manage to extend with him,” Plettenberg emphasizes.

The tendency is clear: Despite international competition, the record champions are determined to keep the 27-year-old beyond 2026. Upamecano himself is said to feel very comfortable in Munich, even though his agent continues to insist on an exit clause that should take effect at a certain point.

“Bayern is trying everything to extend with Upamecano beyond 2026,” says Plettenberg.

High Praise from Kompany for Upamecano

Upamecano, who moved from RB Leipzig to Munich in the summer of 2021, has developed into a key pillar of the defense under coach Vincent Kompany.

Before the top match against PSG, Kompany praised the Frenchman: “I always see my players as a bit better than everyone else. Dayot Upamecano is an absolutely crucial part of our team. We have very clearly defined roles in our club. It’s not just me making the decision. I can assess his sporting qualities. I see him as a very good and happy player.”

FCB sports director Max Eberl said before Bayern's departure to Paris about the negotiations with Upamecano: “Nothing has been conclusively discussed yet. Let’s wait and see!”

Internally, the central defender is considered an absolute desired player for the future – also because Bayern recently successfully completed two long-term extensions with the signatures of Jamal Musiala and Alphonso Davies.

Strong Competition for Bayern with Upamecano

Sportingly, Upamecano has stabilized after a variable previous season. The Frenchman currently impresses with leadership qualities, tackling strength, and high concentration. Under Kompany, he is one of the undisputed regular players, forming the core of Bayern's defense alongside Jonathan Tah.

This is also why the club is considered confident, according to Sky, that the talks will lead to a positive outcome. However, reaching an agreement could still take time – especially since Upamecano is demanding a salary increase, a signing bonus, and a possible exit clause.

Real Madrid, Liverpool FC, and Inter Milan are reportedly still interested in the Frenchman according to several media reports. Nevertheless, there is optimism at Säbener Straße that the 27-year-old will extend his contract in Munich – thereby sending a clear signal for his future.

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