Defensive boost: Real Madrid reach verbal agreement with Upamecano

Real Madrid have been actively seeking to strengthen their back line, and it appears they’ve found the ideal candidate — Bayern Munich defender Dayot Upamecano.

Details: According to journalist Santi Aouna, the “Royal Club” have reached a verbal agreement with Upamecano, even as Bayern Munich continue efforts to extend the French centre-back’s contract. Paris Saint-Germain are also monitoring the situation closely and could join the race for his signature.

Incidentally, the match against PSG marked midfielder Joshua Kimmich’s 100th appearance for Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League.

Reminder: The relationship between Brazilian winger Vinícius Júnior and head coach Xabi Alonso is reportedly on the brink of collapse, with the club considering his sale and an asking price already mentioned.