Bayern contract ending: another top club eyeing up Upamecano | OneFootball

The situation with Dayot Upamecano is increasingly causing tension at FC Bayern. The center-back has entered his final contract year - an unusual situation for a regular player at a top level. A free transfer departure in the summer of 2026 is therefore not ruled out.

According to a report by Tuttosport, Inter Milan has shown great interest in the French defender. Accordingly, Upamecano is supposed to succeed veteran Francesco Acerbi at San Siro. The contract of the 37-year-old Italian expires next summer - the Nerazzurri are therefore looking for an experienced, but still developable replacement.

Particularly explosive: According to the report, Inter maintains "excellent relations" with Upamecano's management. These good contacts could give the Italians an advantage in the poker for the Bayern star. However, concrete talks are not yet underway. Rather, Inter wants to wait and see if there is actually a realistic chance of a commitment.

Bayern fights for extension - Real Madrid lurks

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FC Bayern, on the other hand, wants to prevent a separation. Sporting director Max Eberl and coach Vincent Kompany greatly appreciate the 26-year-old and want to extend his contract. Under Kompany, Upamecano is an undisputed regular player and forms the backbone of the defense together with newcomer Jonathan Tah.

But Bayern is not alone in the race. In addition to Inter, Real Madrid was also recently touted as a potential buyer. For the record champion, a free transfer departure would be a severe setback - both in terms of sports and finance.

Open future in Munich

Currently, little indicates that a decision will be made soon. Upamecano himself has not publicly commented on his future. However, it is clear: From January, he should be free to negotiate with other clubs and even sign a pre-contract.

Whether Bayern succeeds in binding the regular player long-term, or whether Inter and Real actually get serious, remains to be seen. Only one thing is certain: The poker for Upamecano will keep Munich busy for a long time.

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