Overview

• FC Bayern has intensified efforts to sign 23-year-old Maxime Estève from FC Burnley as part of plans to reinforce its defense.
• Estève’s contract at Burnley runs until 2029, creating a high financial hurdle for any suitor.
• Crystal Palace and Everton have emerged as serious contenders in the battle to secure the French defender.
• Coach Vincent Kompany has reopened direct dialogue with his former Burnley player to explore Estève’s availability.
• The pursuit follows Min-jae Kim’s prolonged Achilles tendon issues and PSG’s reported interest in the South Korean, leaving his future at Bayern uncertain.