Bayern under pressure: PSG preparing bid for Upamecano | OneFootball

FC Bayern is entering a decisive phase in the contract negotiations over Dayot Upamecano – and he now has yet another option.

According to transfer expert Fabrice Hawkins, Paris Saint-Germain is planning to make an offer for the French defensive leader if he rejects an extension at FC Bayern.

Background: Upamecano’s contract in Munich expires this summer. The German record champions are still in talks with the 27-year-old’s representatives, but so far no agreement has been reached. According to Hawkins, Real Madrid has already made contact with the player’s camp to position themselves in the race for the center-back.

Despite international competition, Bayern remains optimistic. According to media reports, those responsible, including Max Eberl and Christoph Freund, are preparing a mega-offer to secure Upamecano for the long term. The plan is a new five-year contract until 2031 with an annual salary of around 20 million euros – a total package of about 100 million euros.

Is Paris tempting Upamecano?

This would put Upamecano among the club’s top earners, on par with stars like Joshua Kimmich or Manuel Neuer. Another factor: under coach Vincent Kompany, the Frenchman has developed into one of Europe’s best center-backs. Munich is therefore hoping that the “Kompany effect” will also help convince the player to stay.

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At the same time, it’s clear that PSG is serious. The club from the French capital is considered an attractive option for the national team player.

So Bayern knows: the poker game over Upamecano is not yet decided. An extension remains the stated goal, but Real Madrid and PSG are increasing the pressure. Now it’s up to the Munich management to tie Upamecano down with a new contract.

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