Dayot Upamecano: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Report: Chelsea and Manchester City join the race for highly sought after free agent

Chelsea have joined the hunt for Bayern Munich centre back Dayot Upamecano, who’s out of contract at the end of the season according to reports. The Blues had a busy summer investing in the squad, and are reportedly expected to be quiet in the January window.

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Report: Chelsea hold conversations to land 27-year-old 'leader' on Man City radar

Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano has been linked with a move away from the German club in the coming months. Manchester City have now joined the race to secure his signature as well.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 11

Real Madrid target 'has offer on the table' from Bayern Munich

Real Madrid are in the market for a new central defender, with the plan being to sign one next summer for free. They may have ended their interest in Ibrahima Konate, but they are still interested in France teammate Dayot Upamecano.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / December 2

German insider shares Dayot Upamecano update which could end Liverpool’s hopes of signing him

Liverpool have been linked with Dayot Upamecano in recent months, but it’s looking increasingly unlikely that the Bayern Munich defender will join the Reds in 2026.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / November 29

Real Madrid Target Reportedly Narrows His List Down To Three Clubs

Although it barely feels like five minutes since the summer transfer window closed, we are now only just over a month away from the winter transfer window.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / November 29

Expert reveals Bayern could launch transfer move for Liverpool star on one condition

Bayern Munich insider Christian Falk has given some insight into how Liverpool centre-back Ibrahima Konate could end up moving to the Allianz Arena. It seems for now that Bayern’s top priority is on keeping Dayot Upamecano, who is another top defender coming towards the end of his contract.

Liverpool FC News / Caught Offside / November 21

'We have heard…': Journalist shares update for 'Liverpool fans' regarding 27-year-old target

Liverpool has been linked with a move for the Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano. The French International will be out of contract at the end of the season, and he has been linked with multiple teams.

Crystal Palace News / Football Espana / November 21

Real Madrid among final three contenders for defender’s signature

Real Madrid’s search for a central defender to bring in next summer is beginning to take shape. With a number of clubs on the hunt for centre-backs, and a finite number of top level defenders available on a free, Los Blancos appear to be positioning themselves for Dayot Upamecano.

Soccer News / The Kop Times / November 14

Liverpool ready to pull the plug on inconsistent star; January exit being considered

Liverpool now face a tense moment with Ibrahima Konate’s future because his name keeps resurfacing in transfer talk, and the noise has grown louder after the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / November 13

Revealed – Why Bayern Munich Contract Extension Talks With Inter Milan Target Have Collapsed

Inter Milan target Dayot Upamecano is not getting any closer to signing a new deal with Bayern Munich. According to German outlet Kicker via FCInterNews, contract extension talks have collapsed for a good reason.

Soccer News / Real Madrid CF on SI / November 12

Kylian Mbappe Asked Directly About Bayern Munich's Dayot Upamecano Amid Real Madrid Links

It’s the November international break, and Real Madrid players are now with their respective national teams ahead of this week’s matches. One of those is forward Kylian Mbappe, as he and Los Blancos teammate Eduardo Camavinga get ready for important World Cup qualifiers for France.

RB Leipzig News / Caught Offside / November 12

'My agent is taking care of it' – Liverpool transfer target breaks silence on his future

Liverpool have reportedly joined the race to sign Dayot Upamecano from Bayern Munich, with the French defender’s contract set to expire in the summer of 2026.

RB Leipzig News / SempreInter.com / November 11

France Center-Back Opens The Door For Bayern Munich Exit Amid Inter Milan Interest: 'Grateful For The Interest From Other Clubs'

Bayern Munich center-back Dayot Upamecano has fueled speculation about his future amid growing interest from Inter Milan. Speaking to L’Equipe via FCInterNews, the 27-year-old opened the door to a potential summer exit.

Union Berlin News / centredevils / November 11

Dayot Upamecano breaks silence on his future amid Manchester United links

Manchester United’s defensive record this season has been under the microscope, with Ruben Amorim keen to bolster his backline to maintain a push for the Premier League’s top spots.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 8

Report: Man United set to compete with Real Madrid for 27-year-old Bundesliga star

Manchester United are interested in signing the Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano. The 27-year-old French international defender will be out of contract at the end of the season, and he has been linked with multiple clubs.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / November 6

'Meeting' taking place 'now' as Liverpool transfer target takes major step towards next move

Liverpool could reportedly be set to miss out on the transfer of Bayern Munich centre-back Dayot Upamecano, whose agent is in a meeting with Real Madrid right now.

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Manchester United News / Caught Offside / November 5

Liverpool, Chelsea and Man United want 27-year-old star with three league titles in four seasons

Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United are interested in signing the French International defender Dayot Upamecano. The 27-year-old central defender will be a free agent at the end of the season, and Bayern Munich have not been able to secure an agreement with him.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / November 2

Liverpool target in talks with Euro giants as 'open race' revealed

Liverpool are looking to sign a new central defender next summer, irrespective of whether Ibrahima Konate stays or goes. Currently, they have set their sights on two key targets that are also on course to be out of contract at the end of the season: Marc Guehi and Dayot Upamecano.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / October 29

Journalist reveals player Chelsea rate 'highly' and are 'vey much in the mix for'

Chelsea have held discussions this month about the possibility of signing Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano. The Blues tried to sign Dean Huijsen early in the summer, but he went to Real Madrid, whilst their only defensive addition was Jorrel Hato.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / October 27

Real Madrid Makes Bold Move Toward Chelsea, PSG Target Over Liverpool Star

Despite the links to the Liverpool standout, Bild journalist Christian Falk has claimed Dayot Upamecano is ahead of Konaté in Real Madrid’s wishlist. However, Bayern Munich remain optimistic that the defender will sign a new contract and extend his stay at the Allianz Arena.

RB Leipzig News / We All Follow United / October 17