49ers WR Aiyuk Requests Trade Amid Contract Dispute

San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk has officially requested a trade after contract negotiations stalled, although the team has no intention of trading him. Aiyuk, who is entering the last year of his rookie deal, seeks a lucrative extension, feeling underpaid compared to his peers. Despite interest from teams like the New England Patriots, the 49ers have rebuffed all inquiries, citing their desire to keep Aiyuk akin to previous situations with Deebo Samuel and Robbie Gould. Aiyuk, coming off back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons, is a crucial part of the 49ers' offense, making his potential holdout a significant concern as training camp approaches.