Dayot Upamecano has enjoyed a brilliant transformation this season, becoming a rock at the back for Bayern Munich under new manager Vincent Kompany.
The French defender’s commanding displays and leadership have made him one of the most vital figures in the squad. However, his standout form has created a fresh dilemma for the club.
Talks to extend Upamecano’s deal have been ongoing for months, with Bayern eager to keep him long-term. But despite some progress, an agreement remains out of reach. According to Sky reporter Florian Plettenberg, the major sticking point is Upamecano’s reported salary demand of €15 million gross per year, a figure Bayern consider too steep.
Such a salary would catapult him into the club’s top ten earners, a status Bayern’s hierarchy seems hesitant to grant just yet. Still, negotiations have not broken down completely, and the door remains open for a compromise.
Upamecano’s rise has been undeniable, but his financial expectations could test Bayern’s limits, both on the pitch and in the boardroom.
