Bayern Munich’s Max Eberl remains composed despite Dayot Upamecano’s expiring contract, confirming the club is actively working on an extension for the French defender.
Bayern Munich’s board member for sport, Max Eberl, has addressed concerns regarding the future of French defender Dayot Upamecano, whose current contract is set to expire in 2026.
According to a report from Bavarian Football Works, the situation has stirred up frustration among fans, who feel the club frequently allows key players to near the end of their deals, citing the similar contract sagas involving Joshua Kimmich and Alphonso Davies just last year.
Speaking after Bayern Munich’s emotional 2-1 Champions League victory over PSG, Eberl was questioned about his confidence that the Frenchman would renew, given that his agent is likely receiving constant outside offers.
The former Borussia Mönchengladbach sporting director maintained a measured approach, stating: “It can and should ring.
That’s legitimate.” Eberl then reiterated the club’s desire to secure the long-term future of the defender, confirming they are actively working on an extension, as captured by @iMiaSanMia.
“I’ve often said that we want to do our job and extend Upa’s contract. We’ve clearly communicated that and we’re working on it.”
The article notes there is “still not much new to report.” As the year nears its end, the status of Upamecano’s renewal remains unchanged, prompting fans to “wonder if these renewals will again drag past the new year,” continuing a frustrating pattern established in previous years.
Despite the ongoing uncertainty, Eberl suggests a measured approach as negotiations continue for the deal that runs until 2026.