German Premier League - Kompany's appointment sparks an "engaging tale."
Vincent Kompany is set to introduce himself as the new head coach of FC Bayern Munich, following a successful yet tumultuous search for a replacement. Max Eberl, the sports director at Bayern, is elated that the search has come to an end, describing Kompany as an "absolute gain and an exciting story we want to write now."
For Bayern, the 38-year-old Belgian is a fantastic addition to the team. He'll be presenting himself to the audience for the first time as their new coach today at the Allianz Arena. Eberl raved about Kompany, insisting that everyone who meets him will be just as impressed as he is.
Kompany made the switch from the relegated Premier League club, FC Burnley, to Munich and signed a contract extending until June 30, 2027. Burnley's previous employer wished the former German league player good luck with his new job at Bayern. "After we initially felt confident we could keep our coach, the evolving dynamics of the situation made it impossible," said the English second division club.
There have been numerous rumors surrounding the transfer, with estimates suggesting that Bayern paid between ten and twelve million euros as a release fee for Kompany. This confirms the close of the often turbulent quest for a new head coach. Previously, candidates like Xabi Alonso, Julian Nagelsmann, and Ralf Rangnick withdrew, and the plan to terminate Thomas Tuchel's contract extension, which had been arranged earlier in February, also failed.
Eberl and Christoph Freund, the sports directors at Bayern, had lengthy conversations with Kompany about the team, ideas, and playing style. Quickly, they found themselves aligning in their vision. "The conversations were very pleasant," claimed Freund. Emphasizing the compatibility between Kompany's football playing style and FC Bayern's style.
Kompany shares his own thoughts on Bayern: "I see the FC Bayern as an institution, but what I'm most excited about are the simple things. Working with the players, the people in this building, creating a team... I don't think it needs to be any more complicated."
As for the type of football he intends to play, Freund promises "forward-thinking football, a dominant football, an intense football." Kompany explains, "I grew up in the streets of Brussels, we love the ball, we're creative. I like players who are brave on the ball."
Looking ahead, Bayern is likely to undergo significant squad changes. Eberl and Freund aim to rebuild the roster following their first season without a title in a decade. "He can and will give our team a lot," said sports director Eberl of the new hope, Kompany, brought in.
Training for Bayern will start on July 15, on the very next day after the European Championship final. To prepare for the upcoming season, they are also planning an Asia tour.
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