Overview

• Top reporters say Dayot Upamecano and his agent will make no concessions, with gaps remaining on salary and commissions and a free transfer in 2026 still possible.
• Fabrizio Romano reports Bayern and Upamecano’s representatives will meet again soon, with the player happy under Vincent Kompany but seeking a substantial signing bonus.
• Liverpool, Real Madrid, PSG, Manchester United and Chelsea are tracking the situation, with Inter Milan also monitoring as clubs position for a potential free deal.
• Bayern are lining up contingency options and have prioritized Crystal Palace’s Marc Guéhi, though competition from other clubs is expected.
• Sporting director Max Eberl is pushing to keep the centre‑back, as the club weighs wage-structure limits and recent experiences of losing stars without fees.