Overview
- Sky reports Upamecano’s representatives have presented Bayern with clear figures on salary, contract length and a signing fee, with negotiations currently stuck.
- Sport director Christoph Freund confirms discussions are ongoing, while president Herbert Hainer voices optimism and Max Eberl reiterates the club’s desire to keep the defender.
- If no deal is reached, Bayern risk losing Upamecano without a fee in 2026, and clubs such as Real Madrid and Liverpool are monitoring his situation, according to Sky.
- Lothar Matthäus recommends Bayern pursue Nico Schlotterbeck, arguing the left-footer would complement Jonathan Tah and strengthen build-up play from the back.
- Schlotterbeck is under contract with Dortmund until 2027 but has hesitated to extend, a stance Matthäus says could point to a summer sale, with his recent return from a meniscus injury highlighting his importance.