Upamecano to leave? Freund: "We know he’s in high demand" | OneFootball

The rumor mill surrounding Dayot Upamecano continues to churn—but FC Bayern remains calm. Following recent reports that the Frenchman is on the verge of reaching an agreement with Real Madrid, sporting director Christoph Freund has commented on the situation.

In recent days, reports have been circulating in France claiming that Upamecano is in advanced talks with Real Madrid. According to these reports, there is already a verbal agreement between the Spanish giants and the Frenchman.

Before the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin, Freund was confronted with the speculation on DAZN—and made it unmistakably clear that the club is still aiming for an extension: “We can’t influence what others do. We are in good talks. We absolutely want him to stay. We’ve said that many times before.”

Freund emphasizes: “He feels very comfortable”

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Upamecano’s contract expires next summer, but the center-back is currently playing the best season of his career. Under Vincent Kompany, he is the undisputed leader of the defense—and according to Freund, he is also fully integrated on a personal level: “He is in outstanding form and feels very, very comfortable in this group—also with this coaching staff.”

At Säbener Straße, they are well aware that the 27-year-old is highly sought after on the market: “We know he has a big market because he’s just really good. But we are planning and hoping that he will stay at Bayern for a long time.”

Bayern wants a decision by the turn of the year

According to Sky information, both sides have moved closer together on salary in recent days. FC Bayern hopes to resolve the matter in 2025—ideally with a long-term contract that would make Upamecano a central part of the defense.

One thing is clear: Kompany absolutely wants to keep his defensive leader. And Freund’s words leave no doubt—a sale is not up for discussion. The ball is now in the player’s court.

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