Konrad Laimer is frustrated by Uli Hoeneß's comments regarding his salary demands at Bayern Munich. Negotiations for a contract extension are currently stalled, but both parties are reportedly moving closer to an agreement.
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Konrad Laimer was irritated by Uli Hoeneß’ comments on DAZN the day before the PSG game, where the honorary president made it clear that there were limits to Laimer’s salary, and that he was not Maradona or Harry Kane. The statements didn’t sit well with the Austrian. Negotiations between Bayern and Laimer are currently stalled, with the club unwilling to meet his demands. A quick agreement is not in sight.
*– Bild’s Julian Agardi and Christian Falk via X account @iMiaSanMia* Despite the bit that says the two parties are at a standstill, another report indicates that they are close to getting a deal done: Konrad Laimer met with Bayern again to discuss a contract extension. Both sides have moved closer to an agreement. He is making concessions to Bayern after the club took a hard line. Laimer is very attached to FC Bayern and to Munich. Unless Bayern can find established players, who can play multiple positions in the back line, Laimer cannot be let go under any circumstances.
Uli Hoeneß stated that there are limits to Laimer's salary and compared him to players like Maradona and Harry Kane, which irritated Laimer.
Negotiations are stalled because Bayern Munich is unwilling to meet Laimer's salary demands, despite his desire for a raise.
Yes, reports indicate that both sides have moved closer to an agreement, with Laimer making concessions to the club.

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