Despite Bayern extension: Man City still dream of Kompany return | OneFootball

He has sparked a new euphoria at FC Bayern in record time – and with his clear playing style and leadership claim, he has become the face of the transformation. Nevertheless, rumors about a possible departure of Vincent Kompany towards Manchester City persist.

According to a report by the British Times, despite his recently extended contract with the record champions, the Belgian is still a hot candidate for the head coach position at his former club.

At the end of October, FC Bayern prematurely extended the contract with Kompany until 2029 – a clear sign of trust and a strong commitment that the 39-year-old should shape the project on Säbener Straße in the long term.

But the rumor mill in England continues to churn. As reported by the Times, City coach Pep Guardiola is considering ending his contract, which runs until 2027, at the end of this season. After ten years with the Sky Blues and an intense past season, the 54-year-old has "paid a mental and physical toll."

In the event of a departure, those responsible in Manchester are said to have already created a shortlist of possible successors – with Kompany as one of the favorites.

Guardiola Successor: Kompany on City's List

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According to the report, alongside Kompany, Roberto De Zerbi (Olympique Marseille) and Andoni Iraola (AFC Bournemouth) are also considered potential successors. From the perspective of many fans, Kompany would be the preferred solution, as he shaped a successful era in the club's history over eleven years as a player, captain, fan favorite, and club legend.

That Bayern is aware of City's interest is considered an open secret. According to consistent media reports, the interest from Manchester was a decisive factor in why the Munich club pushed for the contract extension with Kompany so early.

A Departure? Almost Excluded

Despite the rumors, a move next summer seems completely unrealistic. Kompany is just at the beginning of his project in Munich and enjoys full trust from the entire leadership and team.

The development of Bayern under the Belgian – with bold pressing, clear structure, and new team spirit – is seen as evidence that Kompany can be the architect of a new Bayern era.

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