Overview
- Media reports describe the defender's new deal as a formality, though no agreement has been announced.
- Sport director Max Eberl reiterated that only a statement from Upamecano and his advisors will decide the matter.
- Eberl underscored Bayern's desire to keep him due to his sporting importance, while withholding contract specifics.
- Head coach Vincent Kompany praised Upamecano's leadership and said he can develop into one of the world's top centre-backs with further steps.
- Kompany highlighted marked on-ball improvement over their 18 months together, speaking ahead of Sunday's match against VfL Wolfsburg.