Paris Saint-Germain’s pursuit of elite French talent could soon extend to Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano, as the Ligue 1 champions consider reinforcing their backline ahead of next season. The 26-year-old, whose contract with Bayern runs until the end of the 2025–26 campaign, is drawing interest from several of Europe’s top clubs as uncertainty grows over his long-term future in Germany.
PSG have already made significant moves to strengthen their French core in recent transfer windows, adding Bradley Barcola, Désiré Doué, and Lucas Chevalier to their ranks. Now, according to reports from Foot Mercato, the Parisian club is keeping “close tabs” on Upamecano’s situation as it weighs up a potential move.
Bayern Munich, however, remains hopeful of securing a contract extension with the French international. Club sources suggest negotiations are ongoing, with the Bundesliga champions keen to avoid losing a key defensive figure for free. Yet Upamecano is reportedly assessing “several options,” with interest mounting across Europe.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are said to be leading the chase, with both Spanish giants “pushing” to secure the player’s signature. Behind the scenes, a quiet tug-of-war is taking shape, as Barcelona maintains “active engagement” with the player’s camp in hopes of getting ahead of their rivals.
For Barcelona, the potential acquisition of Upamecano represents an opportunity to add a world-class defender without the financial strain of a significant transfer fee — a crucial factor as the club continues to navigate strict economic limitations. Meanwhile, Real Madrid sees the Frenchman as a long-term successor to veterans Antonio Rüdiger and David Alaba, both approaching the twilight of their careers.
PSG’s interest adds another layer to the unfolding drama. According to Sport Bild journalist Christian Falk, the French champions are monitoring developments closely and could move decisively if Upamecano becomes available on a free transfer next summer. The club’s sporting leadership views him as an ideal fit — a homegrown talent capable of bringing experience, physicality, and leadership to their defensive setup.
Upamecano, who joined Bayern Munich from RB Leipzig in 2021, has been a consistent performer at both club and international level, known for his composure, aerial strength, and tactical intelligence. With his contract situation unresolved, the coming months could spark one of the most competitive transfer battles of the next window.
