The 2024/25 campaign at Bayern Munich was heavily dominated by contract extensions of several star players in the squad. Bayern achieved success in negotiations with Jamal Musiala, Joshua Kimmich, and Alphonso Davies, but couldn’t agree on terms with Leroy Sane. The German winger left Bayern to join Galatasaray on a free transfer in the summer.
The ongoing season is dominated by the contract extension of Dayot Upamecano. The French defender has just over seven months left on his current deal. Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have shown concrete interest in the 27-year-old centre-back.
Upamecano has excelled for Bayern this season. He has been one of the consistent performers for the Bavarian club in the last 18 months. After struggling for consistency at Bayern since arriving from RB Leipzig in 2021, Vincent Kompany has managed to get the best out of the French international.
Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are ready to offer a lucrative contract to Upamecano. However, Bayern are not giving up on a contract extension. While talking to Sky Sports in Germany, Bayern President Herbert Hainer expressed optimism over the chances of Upamecano signing a new contract.
"I'm optimistic. Everything I'm hearing, including when I speak to him myself, is that he's extremely happy at Bayern Munich, he feels incredibly comfortable in the team, and he also feels incredibly comfortable with the coach. This is also reflected in his performances."Herbert Hainer on Dayot Upamecano
Upamecano has been tight-lipped about his future, but he has previously hinted at staying in Munich since he feels settled at the club. However, Bayern have struggled to reach an agreement on salary and signing bonus with the French defender to date.
Despite concrete interest from Real Madrid and PSG, Bayern will hope that Vincent Kompany can also help convince the French defender to stay in Munich. The Bavarian club will have to improve their offer to convince Upamecano’s representatives. There have been suggestions in German media that Die Roten are open to including a release clause in Upamecano’s contract.
Bayern will hope contract talks are concluded before the start of the winter transfer window. Upamecano can talk to interested clubs for a pre-contract agreement in January if Die Roten don’t extend his contract by that time.
Bayern also working on contract renewal of Serge Gnabry
Along with Upamecano, Bayern are also keen on extending Serge Gnabry’s contract. The German winger has been in fine form this campaign. Gnabry is keen on staying in Munich and is ready to take a pay cut. Since Gnabry prefers staying at Bayern, contract negotiations will move swiftly once they begin.
Leon Goretzka is also in the final year of his contract. The German midfielder also wants to stay at Bayern, but it remains to be seen if the club chiefs want to include him in their long-term plans.