Vincent Kompany, the new coach of Bayern Munich, has expressed his preference for Dayot Upamecano over Matthijs de Ligt in the team’s defense. Initially, there were plans to sell Upamecano, but Kompany’s request led to a change in strategy, with the Frenchman now set to stay. On the other hand, De Ligt has been given the green light to leave if a suitable offer comes in. Despite his high salary of €16m per year and strong performances in the Champions League, selling De Ligt could provide much-needed funds for other transfers and free up wages.
This development may come as a surprise to those who have been following transfer rumors, as Upamecano was previously rumored to be on the transfer list before the focus shifted to De Ligt. The reports from Sport Bild journalists align with recent information from Sky Sport journalist Florian Plettenberg, indicating a potential shake-up in Bayern Munich’s defensive lineup.
For Bayern Munich fans curious about the pursuit of João Palhinha and how he could fit into the squad, the latest Bavarian Podcast Works Show offers insights and analysis. The podcast also touches on Sky Sport’s report on potential player sales and the concerns raised by the German national team’s recent performances in friendlies against Ukraine and Greece. You can listen to the podcast on Spotify for more in-depth discussions on these topics.