"There was concrete interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain in the French defender. However, Bayern were always cautiously optimistic about securing the future of Upamecano. The record Bundesliga champions were in advanced talks with Upamecano over a new deal in January. There was a basic agreement on the terms of the new deal, which reportedly included a release clause. However, Die Roten were getting frustrated since Upamecano was taking significant time to give a final yes for the new deal."
"The French defender's contract renewal is a big boost for Bayern since he is Kompany's first-choice center-back. Moreover, Upamecano has finally found consistency in his performances. It is fair to say that he has been one of the best center-backs in Europe over the last 18 months. With the new contract extension, Bayern have ensured that Upamecano will spend the rest of his peak in Munich."
Bayern Munich prioritized internal contract renewals during the winter window, extending Serge Gnabry's deal before completing a key renewal for Dayot Upamecano. The French defender signed a new four-year contract on Friday after several months of negotiations amid interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. Bayern had reached a basic agreement reportedly including a release clause, set a deadline, briefly withdrew the offer, and then finalized terms after Upamecano re-engaged. Upamecano is Vincent Kompany's first-choice center-back and has produced consistent top-level performances over the past 18 months. Bayern will now turn attention to concluding Konrad Laimer's contract talks.
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