Daily Schmankerl: Bayern Munich talking to Ibrahima Konate's camp; David Alaba wants to stay with Real Madrid; Borussia Dortmund to extend Julian Brandt?; Liverpool, Manchester United, Chelsea eyeing Bundesliga phenom; and MORE!

"If Upamecano decides to stay, he could be reunited with former RB Leipzig teammate, Ibrahima Konaté: Bayern are in contact with the management of Ibrahima Konaté, whose contract at Liverpool expires next summer. The Frenchman is an option for Bayern in case Dayot Upamecano were to leave the club. Konaté's camp is speaking to Bayern, Real Madrid and PSG. The fact that he knows the Bundesliga and that he will be a free agent in the summer makes him an attractive option for Bayern."

"🚨⚪️ David #Alaba is fighting for a new contract. He remains a leader within the team and is still very popular. However and as revealed on Monday, it currently seems very unlikely that Real Madrid will extend his contract beyond 2026. He would be a free agent. The 33 y/o defender is not thinking about retiring yet. @SkySportDE"

"Bayern Munich is en fuego, but watching Paris Saint-Germain deal with the pains of trying to repeat in the Champions League can show everyone how difficult it is to stay healthy, be consistent, and catch all of the same breaks. All of that is a big theme for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works - Weekend Warm-up Show! We've got a strong lineup of segments and some awesome questions from some dedicated listeners. Catch up on it all right here! This is what we have on tap:"

There is uncertainty over Bayern Munich's defensive lineup for next season as Dayot Upamecano and Kim Min-jae assess their situations. Bayern are contacting Ibrahima Konaté's management; his Liverpool contract expires next summer and he is an option if Upamecano leaves. Konaté's camp is speaking with Bayern, Real Madrid and PSG, and his Bundesliga experience plus free-agent status make him attractive. Bayern have also reportedly contacted Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi as further cover. Former Bayern defender David Alaba is linked with MLS clubs but prefers to stay at Real Madrid longer despite unlikely contract extension beyond 2026. The club notes Champions League challenges and promotes a related podcast episode.

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