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Bayern player ratings vs Freiburg: Michael Olise seals hard-fought win as Dayot Upamecano shines

Bayern Munich maintained their unbeaten start to the season with a professional 3-1 victory over SC Freiburg at the Europa-Park Stadion. Goals from Dayot Upamecano, Serge Gnabry, and a late Michael Olise strike ensured the points returned to Bavaria.

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Bayern Munich keeping an eye on the most obvious center-back target, and it's a deal they must get done

If you had to point to one area of weakness in the Bayern Munich squad, many would point to the defense. Jonathan Tah and Dayot Upamecano have done a solid job holding down the backline, but with both in their late 20s and early 30s, it would be smart for the club to start planning for what the future looks like at center-back.

Como News / Goal.com / October 3

Dayot Upamecano leaves France camp and returns to Bayern Munich following red card against Italy

The 27-year-old centre-back was forced to leave the Les Bleus squad early after picking up a second yellow card for pulling back Moise Kean in the final five minutes.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 2

France player ratings vs Italy: Michael Olise shines but Dayot Upamecano sees red in frustrating draw

France were held to a 1-1 draw by Italy at the Stade de France as Michael Olise's opener was cancelled out by Alessandro Bastoni. A late red card for Dayot Upamecano compounded a frustrating night for Les Bleus in the UEFA Nations League.

Bayern Munich News / Goal.com / October 2

Upamecano revives Zidane's dark memory against Italy

A major blow France's Dayot Upamecano revived one of the most controversial memories in the career of his coach Zinedine Zidane, picking up a red card during Friday evening's clash between France and Italy in the third round of the UEFA Nations League.

Soccer News / Bayern Strikes / September 30

Bayern Munich defender wanted by Tottenham Hotspur

Bayern Munich chiefs and Vincent Kompany are content with their options in central defense this season. They managed to conclude complicated negotiations with Dayot Upamecano earlier this year.

VfB Stuttgart News / Bayern Strikes / September 27

Bayern Munich remain interested in Benfica defender

Bayern Munich sorted out their options in central defense during the second half of last season. The Bavarian club agreed a new long-term contract with Dayot Upamecano.

Bayern Munich News / Goal.com / September 22

'He still has some left in him!' - Dayot Upamecano wowed as Zinedine Zidane rolls back the years in France training

Zidane's first training session as head coach of France at Clairefontaine left a profound and enduring impact on Upamecano. The legendary playmaker and new Les Bleus head coach got directly involved on the pitch, demonstrating technical ball-work in front of his squad.

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Huge controversy as FIFA chooses all-Argentine referee team for France's World Cup quarter-final with Morocco

FIFA has sparked a massive debate ahead of the World Cup quarter-finals by appointing an entirely Argentine officiating crew for France's clash against Morocco.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / April 28

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Olympique Lyonnais News / Football Espana / March 31

Real Madrid target – ‘Contract renewal is not close’

Real Madrid are prioritising a central defender this summer, but it is not yet clear whom they will eventually pursue. Their priority target was at one stage set to be Bayern Munich’s Dayot Upamecano, but the French international signed a new deal with the Bavarian giants in February, committing his future to them.

Rennes News / Caught Offside / February 3

Liverpool’s Konate exit fears grow as Reds face setback in pursuit of replacement

Liverpool have been handed a blow in their pursuit of the Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano. The 27-year-old French defender has been linked with a move away from the German club in recent weeks.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / February 3

Tottenham target Bayern Munich star who’s made over 170 appearances for the club, with contract running out soon

Tottenham Hotspur have been looking to bring in defensive reinforcements for a while now, and the recent links citing a probable Radu Dragusin N17 exit mean that the North Londoners would have to dip into the market to sign a new defender.

Bayern Munich News / Caught Offside / February 1

Liverpool & Chelsea among clubs to hold talks with soon-to-be free agent defender

The future of Dayot Upamecano is attracting attention as the Bayern Munich defender is set to become a free agent in the summer. According to TEAMtalk, a host of major sides, including Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Inter, have all held discussions with Upamecano’s camp.

Crystal Palace News / Caught Offside / January 30

Deadline set: Liverpool transfer target given 48 hours to decide his future

Liverpool may reportedly have been given a boost in their rumoured transfer pursuit of Bayern Munich central defender Dayot Upamecano. The France international is in the final year of his contract with Bayern, and Christian Falk has provided an update on the player’s situation in his latest CF Bayern Insider column.

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Agreement reached: Bayern Munich make progress to agree deal with Liverpool target

Bayern Munich are set to retain Dayot Upamecano beyond the current season after reaching a verbal agreement with the defender on a new contract, according to transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano.

Soccer News / Football Espana / December 24

Dayot Upamecano’s demands to remain at Bayern Munich revealed amid PSG, Real Madrid interest

Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have done battle on several occasions regarding contract situations, and the latest battleground is Dayot Upamecano. The French defender is out of contract at the end of the season, and the Bavarian giants are keen to hang onto him.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / December 23

Bayern Munich Get Huge Update on PSG, Real Madrid-Linked Star

According to Foot Mercato reporter Santi Aouna, Dayot Upamecano is close to reaching a contract extension with Bayern Munich. Talks are nearly complete, with only one outstanding point remaining regarding the release clause.

Real Madrid News / Caught Offside / December 15

PSG & Real Madrid are hoping to tempt defensive Liverpool target with high wages

Dayot Upamecano’s future at Bayern Munich has become a growing source of tension inside the Allianz Arena, as the club continues to struggle to reach an agreement over a new long-term deal.

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.

RB Leipzig News / We All Follow United / October 17, 2025

Real Madrid are ready to splash €20m signing bonus for Manchester United defensive target

Manchester United have tracked Dayot Upamecano for months. They know his future at Bayern Munich remains uncertain. The French defender once stood among Europe’s most reliable centre-backs, but now he faces a career crossroads.

Soccer News / Stretty News / October 11, 2025

‘There is a kind of agreement…’: Bundesliga expert shares what he’s hearing about Man Utd-linked Bayern star

Manchester United are among a host of suitors waiting to see if they can snap up Dayot Upamecano as a free agent. Indeed, after another high-spend summer window, INEOS are enticed by the idea of welcoming such a proven player for essentially nothing.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / FanNation Futbol / February 14, 2024

Dayot Upamecano Sent Off for Ugly Foul As Bayern Munich Lose at Lazio

Bayern Munich failed to bounce back from last weekend's Bundesliga battering by Bayer Leverkusen as Thomas Tuchel's side lost again on Wednesday night.