A Munich resident since 2021, Dayot Upamecano will reach the end of a five-year lease next June, just before the World Cup for which the Blues should win the entry ticket in the coming days. A possible turning point in the career of the 27-year-old defender who has however decided not to pollute his mind with such considerations for the time being.
“ I am totally focused on Bayern with my goals. I don’t mind being at the end of my contractassures the person concerned this Tuesday within the framework of Clairefontaine, the French HQ, before the decisive matches against Ukraine and Azerbaijan. I have goals with the France team and with Bayern so I don’t think about anything else. »
However, the native of Evreux seems indeed called for a change of scenery this summer. And why not return to France, where he has not played since his training years in Valenciennes and while PSG was able to make eyes at him for a time. “ Paris Saint-Germain is a very, very big club, with a great coach and magnificent players. », agrees the man who began his professional career in Austria.
“One of the best defenders in the world”
“ For the moment I don’t feel like ithe decides, however. I am focusing on Bayern Munich and the France team. The season is still long and I have an agent for that. My focus is on Bayern Munich and I hope to achieve our goals for the end of the season. » A speech that is all in all agreed for a player who does not lack ambition.
“ I think I’m one of the best defenders in the world, yes, but there are other very good defenders like Saliba and Konaté. Above all, I think I am surrounded by the best, whether in the French team or at Bayern Munich.. » For sure, PSG, given the shortcomings displayed this season, will not fail to review its defensive copy during the next transfer windows.
