DAYOT UPAMECANO has opened the door to a potential move to Manchester United.
The Frenchman claimed he is fully focused on RB Leipzig but admitted a lot can change in a season.
Dayot Upamecano has lifted the lid on his RB Leipzig futureCredit: Getty Images – Getty
The 21-year-old starred for Leipzig last season, as they reached the Champions League semi-finals.
United reportedly stepped up their interest in Upamecano after being humbled 3-1 by Crystal Palace.
The former Arsenal target looked to have settled his future in Germany after signing a contract extension until 2023 in January.
The France International’s new deal is understood to have a release clause of £53million – but which only comes into effect next summer.
In an interview with Telefoot, Upamecano said that his future is currently at Leipzig – although he did not rule out a move away.
He said: “For the moment I am with Leipzig but it is true that I was able to discuss with certain clubs.
“As I said, for now I am focused on Leipzig and I will continue to play for Leipzig. And then we’ll see.
“You never know what can happen in a football season.”
United have been linked with Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele as an alternative for Jadon Sancho.
And Upamecano admitted he would relish the opportunity to link up with his close-friend again.
He said: “Would I like to play with Ousmane Dembele again? I would like that, why not?
“Ousmane is a very good player and we have grown up together. So of course I would like to play with him one day.”
Watch as France U21 defender Dayot Upamecano blows away Bundesliga opponents for RB Leipzig
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
