Bayern Munich CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has confirmed the Bundesliga giants want to sign Dayot Upamecano from RB Leipzig.
Bayern look set to find themselves short at the back with David Alaba widely expected to be on his way to Real Madrid when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Alaba’s departure is not yet arranged but it appears Bayern will move quickly to bring in a top-level replacement, with Upamecano one of the world’s most highly-rated young defenders.
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The 22-year-old is nearing 100 Bundesliga appearances for Leipzig since his move from Red Bull Salzburg in 2017, and he made his senior international debut for France last year.