"Longer story": Bayern chief gives update on Upamecano transfer talks | OneFootball

FC Bayern continues to work on future planning. Following the contract extension of coach Vincent Kompany, center-back Dayot Upamecano is now in the spotlight. Sporting director Christoph Freund commented on the ongoing talks before the 3-0 victory in Gladbach.

Dayot Upamecano has once again become a key player in Bayern's defense under Vincent Kompany. The French defender impresses with stability, tackling strength, and a newfound calmness in his build-up play. It's no wonder that the Munich club wants to extend the 26-year-old's contract, which runs until 2026, on a long-term basis.

In an interview with Sky, Christoph Freund explained the current state of negotiations: “With Upa, it's a longer story, but we are in talks. Upa feels extremely comfortable, and he is also showing his performance, so we are in talks and are very positive.”

Freund emphasized that the discussions are in an early but constructive stage. The Frenchman himself is said to have a strong interest in continuing his future with FC Bayern. Under Kompany, he has once again established himself as an important leader in defense – he was also one of the key figures in the victory in Mönchengladbach.

Kompany Extension as a Positive Signal

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After the surprisingly swift contract extension of Vincent Kompany until 2029, which was completed within a few days, Bayern fans now hope for a similar dynamic with Upamecano. However, Freund tempered cautious expectations: “Yes, with Kompany it went quickly. As we already said, it was done within three or four days. That was exceptional – but not always so easy to implement.”

The talks with Upamecano are more complex, partly because the player's side has made very demanding financial requests.

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