Upamecano keeps Bayern's offer open, PSG stays in talks
Dayot Upamecano has spoken out amid the ongoing speculation about his future. However, there is no clear commitment to FC Bayern Munich.
Transfer rumors and PSG interest
During a press conference of the French national team, the centre‑back of the German record champion was asked about the latest rumor that Paris Saint‑Germain is allegedly showing great interest in a transfer. “I have been in Germany for a while now. I am still making progress. We will see what the future brings, but at the moment I feel very good at my club,” he explained. The French portal had previously reported that especially the Parisian capital club had its eye on the Munich performer.
Accordingly, Paris Saint‑Germain would like to use the allegedly existing, but not officially confirmed, release clause in Upamecano’s contract and sign the defender for a fixed transfer fee of €65 million. A transfer could already be possible next summer, it says. Whether such a clause actually exists is uncertain.
Contract, club reaction and recent performances
Sporting director Max Eberl wanted to neither confirm nor deny this on the sidelines of the match against 1. FSV Mainz 05 last weekend. He said: “I am not here to talk about the details of the contract. One thing is clear: we have extended Upamecano’s contract and are absolutely happy that we have succeeded in doing so. To be honest, he feels extremely comfortable here.” Upamecano had extended his contract with the German record champion in February until 2030, with a possible release clause reportedly being included in the contract.
Paris Saint‑Germain is looking for a long‑term successor to defensive leader Marquinhos, who remains at the club until 2028. Next summer or at the latest after the 27/28 season, the Parisians could turn to the four‑year‑younger Upamecano in their search for a high‑quality replacement. Upamecano most recently stood out last week when, in his club’s 2‑0 away win in the Champions League against Atlético Madrid, he took striker Julián Álvarez out of the game completely.
At Bayern, he has long been the defensive leader, with Jonathan Tah and Min‑jae Kim rotating alongside him. He arrived in 2021 for a €42.5 million transfer fee from RB Leipzig to the Bayern. In the current season, he has featured in twelve official matches across all competitions and has scored three goals for FC Bayern.