PSG Willing to Battle Man Utd, Real Madrid for €16M-per-Year Standout

PSG have spent recent transfer windows strengthening their squad with top French talent, bringing in Bradley Barcola, Désiré Doué, and Lucas Chevalier.

Now, the club could be eyeing another French standout—this time in defense. While rumors link PSG to Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté, another French international defender could be on their radar.

Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano will be a free agent at the end of this 2025-26 season, and PSG are reportedly one of the teams keen on him. Nonetheless, the Ligue 1 side will be facing competition if they are serious about Upamecano.

Can PSG Edge the Competition for French Defender?

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Fichajes reports that Bayern Munich’s center-back has yet to sign a new contract, leaving the door open for a potential free transfer that would appeal to Manchester United, Real Madrid, and PSG.

The 26-year-old French defender is viewed as one of the most dependable players in the Bundesliga, but talks with Bayern Munich have stalled over his high salary demands.

Upamecano currently earns around €16 million net per season and is pushing for a significant raise. Bayern Munich are reportedly unwilling to break their wage structure, which could give other clubs an opening to step in.

Real Madrid typically hold the upper hand in high-profile negotiations, but PSG can counter with its financial power and the draw of staying in France. On the other hand, Manchester United are betting on a rebuilding project that could offer the player a key role in the Premier League.