Extension in doubt: Upamecano considering Bayern exit | OneFootball

Dayot Upamecano is only under contract with FC Bayern until the summer of 2026. Recently, much indicated that both player and club were interested in continuing their collaboration. But now, the Frenchman’s future no longer seems certain in Munich.

According to a report by the Spanish newspaper Marca, the 26-year-old has expressed his desire to wear the Real Madrid jersey in the future. The central defender is said to have signaled to his agent that a move to Los Blancos is his major career goal. Even before his transfer to Munich, Upamecano was considered a candidate for the Spanish capital – now this scenario could repeat itself.

The report paints the picture of a player who is deliberately willing to let his contract run out in order to join a new top international club. Real Madrid is seen as the main target – not least because Los Blancos have signed several top players on free transfers in recent years. For Bayern, such a departure would be a bitter blow, not only in sporting terms but also economically.

Bayern already had to deal with a similar situation with Alphonso Davies. The Canadian left-back flirted with a move to Madrid for a long time, which made contract negotiations significantly more difficult. According to Marca, the club’s management has therefore become more cautious and wants to act early in such cases.

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Upamecano is not the only name currently being linked with a move to Real Madrid. His long-time teammate Ibrahima Konaté, currently under contract with Liverpool FC, is also being mentioned in connection with Los Blancos. Both defenders know each other well from their time together at Leipzig and in the French national team – a combination that apparently could be envisioned in Madrid as well.

Recently, there have also been reports of interest from arch-rival FC Barcelona. According to the Catalan portal El Nacional, both Upamecano and Harry Kane are on their wish list. In Upamecano’s case, Barça is particularly attracted by the fact that he would be available on a free transfer from 2026 – a scenario that would suit the financially troubled club.

Whether an actual offer from Spain will materialize remains to be seen. What is clear, however, is that FC Bayern must act if they want to prevent a free transfer. Time is running out – and Upamecano already seems to have his next career move in mind.

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