Max Eberl delivers Konrad Laimer contract update

TL;DR

Max Eberl confirmed that Bayern Munich wants to extend Konrad Laimer's contract, but there are still gaps to bridge. Both the player and club are currently in a calm situation despite previous conflicting reports.

Key points

Max Eberl confirmed Bayern's interest in extending Laimer's contract
There are discrepancies between Laimer's demands and Bayern's offer
Laimer plays a key role as a right-back for Bayern Munich

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WOLFSBURG, GERMANY - MAY 09: Konrad Laimer of FC Bayern Muenchen looks on following the team's victory in the Bundesliga match between VfL Wolfsburg and FC Bayern München at Volkswagen Arena on May 09, 2026 in Wolfsburg, Germany. (Photo by S. Mellar/FC Bayern via Getty Images) | FC Bayern via Getty Images Konrad Laimer’s contract situation at Bayern Munich has been looming for a while now, but despite conflicting reports, both player and club appear to be in calm waters at the moment. Previously it had been reported that the Bavarians were ready to let the Austrian international walk, despite his key role this season as Vincent Kompany’s right-back (and occasionally left-back) of choice. That was followed by news that an agreement was near and that early reports of extravagant contract demands were off the mark. After Bayern’s weekend Bundesliga over VfL Wolfsburg, the club’s executive board member for sport, Max Eberl, set the record straight as to where things stand. “There are two positions that don’t align at the moment. We want to extend Konny’s contract, that’s a fact. Now we somehow have to find a way to bridge the gap. There’s absolutely no bad blood,” Eberl confirmed in comments captured by . Looks like there is still a ways to go — but signs point to a happy ending. *If you are looking for more Bayern Munich and German national team coverage, check out the latest episodes of Bavarian Podcast Works, which you can get on , , , or any leading podcast distributor…*

Q&A

What did Max Eberl say about Konrad Laimer's contract situation?

Max Eberl stated that Bayern Munich wants to extend Konrad Laimer's contract but acknowledged that there are two positions that don't align at the moment.

Are there any updates on Konrad Laimer's potential contract extension with Bayern Munich?

Yes, while Bayern Munich aims to extend Laimer's contract, they need to find a way to bridge the gap between the player's demands and the club's offer.

What role does Konrad Laimer play at Bayern Munich?

Konrad Laimer has been a key player for Bayern Munich, primarily serving as a right-back and occasionally as a left-back.