Upamecano uses the Premier League to pressure Bayern

Héctor Andreu | 8 Oct 2025 | 16.55

Upamecano wants a better contract with Bayern / Goal

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Since Dayot Upamecano landed in Munich in the summer of 2021 from RB Leipzig for 42.5 million euros, his journey at Bayern Munich has been a rollercoaster. He arrived as one of the most promising central defenders in Europe, secured a starting spot from day one, but also dealt with inconsistency.

Initial setbacks and the erratic path to the spotlight

Upamecano was welcomed with both excitement and doubts. In the Champions League, fans still remember that painful tie against Manchester City, where he made significant errors in both matches and was outshone by an unstoppable Haaland.

The 2023-24 season was also challenging. In February of that year, the Frenchman was sent off in two consecutive matches against Lazio and Bochum after committing unnecessary penalties. His lapses in concentration fueled rumors about his departure, with the Premier League as a potential destination.

Everything changed with the arrival of Vincent Kompany. The former Belgian defender, who knows firsthand what it means to lead from the back, instilled confidence in Upamecano and kept him as an undisputed starter, even at the expense of De Ligt, who eventually left for Manchester United. Under Kompany's guidance, Bayern regained dominance in the Bundesliga after Bayer Leverkusen's decline, and Upamecano established himself as a defensive pillar.

According to German journalist Philipp Kessler, "Kompany gives him a lot of confidence, appreciates Upamecano greatly, and can also advise him as a former defender. He is now the most stable center-back at Bayern, although he is still not a communicative leader."

The contractual crossroads: power and strategy

Upamecano's contract expires in June 2026, and the Bavarian club is already working on his renewal. However, negotiations are not straightforward. The player's camp believes that Bayern took too long to start talks, bolstering the player's position at the table.

As reported by Sport, the French defender is seeking a salary upgrade and a renewal bonus on par with other key players at the club. On the other hand, the sporting direction is looking to avoid a situation like that of David Alaba, who left for free.

Kompany has been clear: he wants to continue counting on Upamecano in the long term. Upamecano, on his part, feels comfortable in Munich, where his family is fully settled. However, money also plays a role, and the Premier League looms as a pressure point to secure the desired contract.

Premier League interest and the threat of departure

The interest from several Premier League clubs is not new. Last season, some English teams tested the waters for his signing, and now that interest has resurfaced as the central defender's renewal remains uncertain. Additionally, rumors suggest that some clubs are willing to offer him a significantly higher salary than his current one.

Real Madrid is also monitoring his situation closely. The Spanish side, known for capitalizing on free transfer opportunities with players like Rüdiger or Alaba, would view repeating a similar operation favorably if the Frenchman does not extend his contract with Bayern Munich.

The 26-year-old defender is currently at the peak of his career. Kompany has managed to stabilize his performance and enhance his strengths, but he has also attracted interest from across Europe.

Bayern Munich is aware that losing him would be a blow both in sporting and symbolic terms, as his footballing resurgence represents one of the major successes of the current era. Nonetheless, economic pressures and the external market could ultimately tilt the balance.

The future of Dayot Upamecano will depend on how the coming weeks unfold. If Bayern Munich does not enhance their offer, the player might consider entertaining proposals from the Premier League or even other European giants. Currently, he is leveraging foreign interest as a tool to secure a contract in line with his current status, knowing that this time, the power is on his side.

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