Overview
- Max Eberl told Sky Germany that Dayot Upamecano has become one of the best centre-backs and that securing his new deal is a top priority for Bayern.
- Upamecano is under contract until the summer and discussions with his representatives are continuing, with Bayern publicly stating they want him to stay.
- Reporting from Football Insider and CaughtOffside describes an open race for his signature if no agreement is reached, with multiple clubs prepared to move on a free.
- Liverpool have placed Upamecano on a shortlist of centre-back options, though Marc Guehi remains their leading target and could be pursued in January.
- Liverpool’s defensive issues have driven their search, though they halted a losing run with a 2-0 win over Aston Villa that delivered their first clean sheet since mid-September.