Contract talks stalling? Eberl surprises with Upamecano update | OneFootball

The future of Dayot Upamecano at FC Bayern remains open. While media reports speak of tough negotiations and a possible departure, sporting director Max Eberl has now spoken out clearly — and firmly rejected the rumors.

In less than eight months, the French international’s contract expires. The Munich club are determined to keep the 26-year-old, but no agreement has been reached so far. According to Sky, talks between the club and the player’s camp have stalled, making a departure in the summer of 2026 even more likely than an extension.

According to the report, Upamecano and his management are demanding a significant salary increase, a large signing fee in the range of 15 to 17 million euros, as well as a release clause. It is especially the requested signing bonus that is causing headaches for Bayern’s decision-makers.

Eberl contradicts: “Talks are going very, very well”

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Bayern’s sporting director Max Eberl did not want to leave the reports of stalled talks uncommented. In a conversation with Sky, the 52-year-old made it clear that negotiations have by no means ground to a halt: “That is often brought in from the outside. How we talk to each other, whether we talk to each other, and what we talk about — that’s between the agency and Bayern Munich. I can only say that the talks are very, very good,” Eberl emphasized.

At the same time, he indirectly confirmed that there are differing views between the club and the player: “Of course both sides have ideas, and we’re trying to bring them together. Our top priority is to extend with him.”

This means the extension with Upamecano remains one of the most important personnel matters on Säbener Straße. Under coach Vincent Kompany, the center-back is one of the absolute key performers, forming the established central defensive duo with Jonathan Tah and considered a long-term cornerstone of the back line.

Bayern under pressure – Upamecano can negotiate freely soon

One thing is certain: Bayern don’t have much time left. From January 1, Upamecano would be entitled to officially negotiate with other clubs and even sign a pre-contract. According to Sky, there have already been inquiries from the Premier League and Spain — including from Real Madrid and Liverpool.

Eberl and sporting director Christoph Freund, however, want to prevent it from getting that far. After successful extensions with Joshua Kimmich, Alphonso Davies, and Jamal Musiala, the aim is now to tie down the defensive leader on a long-term deal as well.

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