Bayern Munich contract extension 'pretty official' for Austria's Laimer

Austria midfielder Konrad Laimer has indicated that his contract extension with Bayern Munich is close to completion, describing the deal as "pretty official." The remarks came during a press conference held before Austria's final World Cup Group J match against Algeria.

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A lot of people talked about it... so it's pretty official, isn't it?

Laimer, speaking to reporters, suggested that the ongoing speculation surrounding his future had not been a significant distraction. "A lot of people talked about it... so it's pretty official, isn't it?" he commented. The Bayern Munich player added that he remained relaxed and did not pay much attention to media reports about his situation.

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I was very relaxed. I don't read so much what is being written about me.

German media had previously reported that negotiations for Laimer's contract extension had been protracted, lasting over six months, with disagreements over salary expectations cited as a primary reason for the delay. However, Laimer, who also plays as a right-back for Bayern, characterized such speculation as a normal part of professional football, noting that "a lot comes from the outside and a lot is written about everything."

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A lot comes from the outside and a lot is written about everything.