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By SIMON JONES Published: 01: 24 AEDT, 29 March 2025 | Updated: 01: 24 AEDT, 29 March 2025 1 View comments Bayern Munich have opened talks over a new contract for England defender Eric Dier. The 31-year old former Spurs centre back has earned praise from coach Vincent Kompany in recent weeks and he is set to be rewarded with an extension to his current deal which expires in the summer. Dier's versatility will prove vital as Bayern fight to progress through to the Champions League semi finals and another Bundesliga title. They are also without key defenders Dayot Upamecano and Alphonso Davies owing to new long-term injuries. Davies is out for around six months after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament while on international duty and Bayern are considering legal action against Canada Soccer. Bayern sporting director Christophe Freund confirmed talks are underway with Dier's representatives while they are also negotiating new contracts for Thomas Muller and Leroy Sane who has been on Arsenal's radar. Eric Dier's current contract at Bayern Munich is set to come to an end at the end of the season The defender has earned praise from Bayern boss Vincent Kompany in recent weeks Bayern are also looking to extend the contract of Leroy Sane (left) and Thomas Muller (right) After 10 years of donning the white shirt of Tottenham, Dier made the switch to Bavaria in January 2024. The English defender has become an important player for Vincent Kompany in recent weeeks, starting all of Bayern's last four Bundesliga matches. Dier has made 38 appearances in all competitions for the German giants since his arrival, with 18 of those coming this season.
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