Liverpool eye free transfer move for Bayern Munich star in 2026 summer
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Liverpool are reportedly interested in pursuing a free transfer move for Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano as his contract with the Bundesliga club enters its final year. Real Madrid has also shown interest in Upamecano, heightening the competition for the 26-year-old centre-back. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté is another defensive option that Real Madrid is eyeing, potentially as a free-agent signing beyond his current contract ending in summer 2026.
On the outgoing side, Liverpool have recently agreed on the transfer of Luis Diaz to Bayern Munich in a deal reportedly worth around €75 million (£66 million). This move follows prolonged negotiations where Bayern initially offered around €58.5 million but Liverpool were reluctant to sell Diaz until the signing of Hugo Ekitike provided cover. Diaz’s departure would help Liverpool balance their books in a busy transfer window.
In terms of arrivals, Liverpool have bolstered their squad with players like Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen, Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, and others across various positions during the 2025 summer transfer window. These strategic additions come amid continued interest in other players including Bayern Munich’s Michael Olise, for whom Liverpool might need to pay a record fee.
Despite interest from Turkish clubs in Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa, the Reds are reportedly not open to loan offers, signaling their intent to retain him this season. Additionally, Liverpool have seen notable departures such as Trent Alexander-Arnold to Real Madrid.
Overall, Liverpool’s transfer activity in 2025 indicates a focus on defensive reinforcements and squad depth, whereas Bayern Munich’s dealings include major transfers like the acquisition of Diaz and defending against interest in key players like Upamecano and Michael Olise.
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