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The future of Dayot Upamecano is shaping up to be one of the big soap operas of the upcoming summer market. His bond with FC Bayern Munich is becoming more complicated. Although the German club aims to extend his contract, the French center-back does not seem willing to accept the current conditions. Meanwhile, Real Madrid is closely monitoring every move, aware that they could find a unique opportunity to strengthen their defense without spending a single euro on a transfer fee.
Bayern Munich and the Dispute over Upamecano's Renewal
In Munich, they want to keep one of their defensive pillars, but the negotiations are at a standstill. Bayern would be willing to increase his salary, although not reaching the 20 million euros demanded by the player between bonus and wages. The club believes that amount would break their salary structure and create imbalance in the team.
On the other hand, Upamecano's camp maintains a firm stance: there will be no reduction in his demands. In Germany, it is claimed that the defender feels in a position of strength and is not afraid to play out his contract if he does not get the agreement he desires. Even the club's president, Herbert Hainer, has publicly stated that his continuity is "top priority," but made it clear that Bayern "will not pay any price."
This disagreement has set off alarm bells in the Bavarian leadership. Time is ticking, and if no agreement is reached before next summer, the player could start negotiating freely with other teams from January onwards.
Real Madrid Enters the Scene for Upamecano
Real Madrid, attentive to every detail, is seriously considering the possibility of bringing in Dayot Upamecano if he becomes available. The club believes that his arrival would fit perfectly with their recent transfer policy, following the model of David Alaba or Antonio Rüdiger: elite players who land without a transfer fee.
As reported by BILD, the Merengue team would be willing to offer him around 10 million euros net per season, in addition to a significant signing bonus. This approach would meet the player's demands without disrupting the team's salary balance.
In the offices of the Santiago Bernabéu, the name of Ibrahima Konaté, Upamecano's national team companion, is also being mentioned, as he is in a similar situation at Liverpool. However, the English club is confident of renewing the player, making the Frenchman from Bayern a more feasible short-term option.
Real Madrid, for its part, is carefully evaluating the next steps. The sports management knows they have young defenders from the reserve team like Joan Martínez or Diego Aguado, ready to step up. Therefore, before pursuing a new center-back, every move will be considered. But if an opportunity like Upamecano arises in the market, they will not let it slip away.
Upamecano, an Ideal Option for La Liga
The potential arrival of Dayot Upamecano would be a luxury reinforcement for the European champion and a show of strength within La Liga. His physical power, speed, and international experience make him an ideal center-back for such a demanding and tactical tournament like the Spanish league.
With Alaba's recurring injuries and Rüdiger's advancing years, Real Madrid is looking to secure the future of their defense. Bringing in a player like Upamecano, in his prime and hungry for titles, would fit perfectly into Florentino Pérez and Carlo Ancelotti's vision.
As of today, the situation is open. If Bayern does not improve its offer, the player could opt for a new challenge outside Germany. In that scenario, Real Madrid stands out as the most tempting destination.
In conclusion, the tug-of-war between FC Bayern Munich and Dayot Upamecano could have direct consequences in the upcoming market. If there is no renewal, the Whites are preparing to act swiftly. It would be a strategic move: signing one of the most sought-after center-backs in Europe without a transfer fee. An operation worthy of the Real Madrid style.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, BOMBAZO: El Real Madrid ya le ha ofrecido un contrato a Upamecano