Overview

• Reporting indicates Bayern’s priority is to extend Dayot Upamecano and, if that fails, to explore Marc Guehi before turning to Nico Schlotterbeck.
• Negotiations have reportedly moved closer on base salary, but a substantial signing-on bonus remains unresolved.
• Real Madrid has reportedly paused its pursuit and Inter’s interest has cooled, while Aston Villa is said to be exploring a pre-contract approach.
• Sporting director Max Eberl says the club is proceeding calmly and has nothing to announce at this stage.
• Schlotterbeck is being monitored as a potential alternative, with estimates suggesting a total package near €80 million, roughly comparable to a new Upamecano deal.