One of the outstanding issues of the summer that has been put on hold is the potential contract extension for Bayern Munich center-back Dayot Upamecano.
When asked about it, Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen was not ready to revisit the issue just yet.
“I won’t give contract updates or talk about conversations we’re having with players or agents. But one thing is right: Upamecano is flourishing under Vincent Kompany. Vincent is giving him the right approach; he’s giving him confidence,” Dreesen told Sky Germany (as captured by @iMiaSanMia).
The deal with Upamecano figures to get done, but it has been rumored that he wants a massive raise — something which could give Bayern Munich a reason to hesitate at a time where the club is looking to attempt to control costs.Bayern Munich is still plowing through names to play wing, so let’s focus on those — plus a discussion on Max Eberl’s statements on Kim Min-jae and João Palhinha. Let’s talk about all of that and more on the Bavarian Football Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:
Real Madrid youngster Rodrygo could be the latest winger on Bayern Munich’s radar. The Brazilian would probably cost a fortune, but could the answer to Bayern’s problems at wing. Is it possible for Bayern to outbid Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal FC, and Liverpool FC for the potential superstar?
If not Rodrygo, should Bayern Munich take a look at RB Leipzig attacker Xavi Simons?
Is Bayern Munich serious about selling João Palhinha and Kim Min-jae? If so, what does that mean for roster moves this summer? RB Leipzig’s Castello Lukeba has been mentioned as a defensive replacement for Min-jae, but Bayern Munich could just not replace Palhinha. Is that smart?
