Bayern Munich chief speaks out on future of Chelsea and Liverpool target

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Dayot Upamecano’s future still hangs in the balance (Picture: Getty Images) Bayern Munich director of sport Max Eberl has suggested that Dayot Upamecano’s agent is fielding calls from interested parties, but the German giants are working hard to extend his contract. The centre-back’s current deal expires at the end of the season, meaning he could leave on a free transfer after five years with Bayern.

Vincent Kompany wants to keep hold of Dayot Upamecano (Picture: Getty Images) ‘It’s normal if other clubs are calling his agents, it’s part of the game,’ he said. ‘I’ve already said that we want to do our best and get new contract done. We are on it.’ Last month Eberl spoke out on the situation, suggesting it is a priority for the club to convince the defender to put pen to paper on a new deal. ‘Upa has developed into one of the best centre-backs in the world,’ he told Sky Germany. ‘He went through a phase where he made a few mistakes.

Bayern have been in sensational form this season (Picture: Getty Images) ‘We are working and making sure we do everything we can to make Dayot Upamecano sign a new contract.’ Kompany wants to keep hold of Upamecano Bayern boss Vincent Kompany has made it clear that he wants the Frenchman to stay at the club, but admits the decision is out of his hands. ‘I’m not the only one making the decision,’ said the Belgian. ‘I always see my players as slightly better than everyone else. It’s not just me who makes the decision.’ Upamecano has been starting regularly for France (Picture: Getty Images) ‘He helps me a lot’ Upamecano sounds like he enjoys working with Kompany, though, so perhaps he can influence the decision.