Overview
- Sporting director Max Eberl said he remains “very optimistic” about a new deal after the 2-2 draw with Mainz, though he noted there has been no breakthrough.
- He described progress as a narrowing “bottleneck” and called a 2025 conclusion desirable without making a promise.
- Upamecano’s contract is due to expire next summer, which would allow him to open talks with other clubs in January.
- The defender joked on Telefoot about PSG interest, said there is no hurry, and kept a Bayern extension as a possibility.
- Upamecano, 27, joined from RB Leipzig in 2021 for €42.5 million and has made 172 competitive appearances, scoring six goals.