"Rumors abound that the Bavarians are zeroing in on Feyenoord dynamo Givairo Read for the summer transfer window. If Read is good, he should start claiming minutes in his first season. If he's not, Bayern should target another right-back within the next two summers. In the meantime it would be important to keep Laimer, but at what cost is the question."
"The differences between the Upamecano situation are stark. For one, Upamecano is elite while Laimer is...unique. Integral to Vincent Kompany's Bayern tactics this season, yes, but midfield pressing machine-turned right-back is not exactly orthodox. You can imagine different types of pieces fitting into the puzzle as tactics evolve. There are even internal candidates at the position whose long-term coexistence with Laimer on the same roster might be a challenge - Josip Stanišić, for one if he doesn't cement himself at center-back instead."
Konrad Laimer faces a contract extension negotiation that is complicated by previous high-profile deals and strategic leverage considerations. Upamecano and Jamal Musiala secured release clauses and high wages, setting a precedent that Bayern may not want to repeat. Laimer offers a unique tactical role under Vincent Kompany as a pressing midfielder converted to right-back, but that profile is less irreplaceable than an elite defender. Bayern's right-back recruitment has struggled, prompting interest in Feyenoord's Givairo Read while planning further targets over upcoming summers. Internal options like Josip Stanišić and youth prospects provide bargaining leverage, making cost and roster fit central to the decision.
Read at Bavarian Football Works
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