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Real Madrid target Dayot Upamecano as a free agent in 2026

Dayot Upamecano could become one of the next big opportunities on the transfer market.

According to Bild, Real Madrid are considering signing the French defender on a free transfer when his contract with Bayern Munich expires in the summer of 2026, mirroring the move they made for David Alaba in 2021. Having joined Bayern from RB Leipzig in 2021, the 26-year-old is under contract until 2026. Although talks began over a potential extension, negotiations have currently stalled. Upamecano is reportedly asking the German club for a significant financial increase.

Across 154 competitive appearances for Bayern, he has scored five goals and provided ten assists. A French international with 30 caps (2 goals), Upamecano has also attracted interest from other top European clubs. Real Madrid are closely monitoring the situation.