Leipzig's French defender Dayot Upamecano looks on ahead of the German first division Bundesliga football match RB Leipzig v Bayer 04 Leverkusen in Leipzig, eastern Germany on January 30, 2021. (Photo by Ronny HARTMANN / AFP) / DFL REGULATIONS PROHIBIT ANY USE OF PHOTOGRAPHS AS IMAGE SEQUENCES AND/OR QUASI-VIDEO
“We are having dealings with him, we have met with his agent and had good, professional discussions,” sports director Hasan Salihamidzic told Sky before Bayern’s 4-1 win over Hoffenheim.
Upamecano, 22, is committed to Leipzig until 2023, but reportedly has a buy-out clause in his contract for offers of around 45 million euros ($55 million).
“It’s common knowledge that there is a buy-out clause in his contract, so we aren’t in the driving seat,” said Leipzig chief executive Oliver Mintzlaff.
“(Bayern chairman) Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has told me there is interest and we’ll talk again if it becomes more than that,” he added after their 1-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.
Chelsea are also said to be tracking Upamecano, who is currently regarded as one of the Bundesliga’s best centre-backs.
Bayern have made no secret that they want to boost their defence.
Alaba, 28, has been linked to Manchester City and Real Madrid after repeatedly turning down Bayern’s extension offers.
Boateng, 32, has stated that he hopes to be offered an extension and a decision about his future is expected in March.
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