Bayern under pressure: Upamecano demands Premier League release clause | OneFootball

The contract negotiations between FC Bayern and Dayot Upamecano are dragging on. According to the BILD podcast "Bayern Insider", a specific release clause could become the decisive factor in keeping the French central defender in Munich long-term.

For months, both sides have been negotiating an extension of the contract, which runs until 2026 – so far without result. As BILD chief reporter Tobi Altschäffl reports, "the whole thing is dragging on like chewing gum." The reason: Upamecano and the club have different ideas about his future plans.

"Upamecano already has it in mind to eventually play in the Premier League," explains Altschäffl.

Upamecano wants Premier League clause

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Especially FC Liverpool is said to show great interest in the 27-year-old Frenchman. To still convince the defensive leader to sign in Munich, Bayern is currently apparently discussing a contractual release clause that could allow him a future move to England.

Accordingly, a model is under discussion where Upamecano extends his contract by four years but could buy himself out via a clause after two years. This solution was recently proposed by the player's side. "Release clauses are no longer a taboo topic at Bayern," emphasizes Altschäffl in the podcast. Such a solution could thus represent the decisive compromise – planning security for Bayern, flexibility for the player.

It's "about a very, very large amount of money"

According to Altschäffl, the financial dimension also plays a significant role: "It's about a very, very large amount of money. Bayern desperately want to keep him but know that Upamecano is long-term eyeing a move to England."

The defender has developed into a stable performer under coach Vincent Kompany but is simultaneously on the wish lists of several top clubs. Besides Liverpool, Real Madrid and Chelsea are also said to be closely monitoring the situation.

For FC Bayern, this presents a fundamental decision: compromise with a release clause or risk a free transfer departure in the summer of 2026.

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