Overview

• Sky reporter Florian Plettenberg says a free departure in summer 2026 currently appears more likely than an extension for the 26-year-old defender.
• Talks remain unresolved over three points: a higher salary, a one-time signing fee and an exit clause.
• SPORT1 reports Bayern have intentionally eased the pace of negotiations and see the winter break as a potential window to re-engage.
• The club continues to rate Upamecano highly after strong performances this season, keeping a renewal a priority despite the stalemate.
• Bayern are assessing centre-back alternatives, with Nico Schlotterbeck, Marc Guehi and Murillo cited as options under consideration.