Oliver Glasner irritated by Bayern rumours | OneFootball

Rumors have been circulating in recent days that Oliver Glasner could become a long-term prospect for FC Bayern. The Austrian coach, currently under contract with Premier League club Crystal Palace, is reportedly dreaming of a career at Säbener Straße according to various media reports. However, the 51-year-old has now responded himself - with clear words.

At the Austrian Sports Aid Gala 2025 in Vienna, Glasner said: "I don't follow the media very much. I've gotten out of the habit of reading too much, whether it's a win or a loss, because I've found that a lot of nonsense is written."

With this, the former Eintracht Frankfurt coach directly addressed recent headlines claiming that he allegedly sees a move to FC Bayern as a personal goal. "Someone claimed that I actually want to become a Bayern Munich coach. It amuses me when other people know what I want without having spoken to me about it," Glasner continued.

"A lot of nonsense is written"

The speculation was triggered by a report from Sky Sport Switzerland, according to which Glasner only wants to extend his contract with Crystal Palace if it includes an exit clause for FC Bayern. According to his own statements, the native of Salzburg has only heard of this "on the side" - and is amused by the rumors.

Meanwhile, things are going brilliantly for the Austrian on the island: Since taking office in February 2024, Glasner has stabilized the London club, surprisingly led them to the FA Cup title in spring 2025, and established them in the Premier League.

Nevertheless, he is repeatedly associated with larger tasks - a sign of his growing reputation in Europe.

Why Glasner is still repeatedly linked with Bayern

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The connection between Glasner and FC Bayern is not entirely unfounded. Even before the signing of Vincent Kompany in the summer of 2025, the record champions are said to have internally discussed the name Glasner. RB Leipzig also showed interest last year, before Glasner chose Crystal Palace.

In England, even Manchester United is said to have recently considered the former Bundesliga coach. The traditional club is currently under pressure with Ruben Amorim - Glasner is considered one of the possible successor candidates.

At FC Bayern, the chapter seems to be closed for now. With Kompany, the club has found the desired coach - and Glasner is fully focused on his task in London. He considers landing at Säbener Straße one day as "nothing more than speculation".

Or, as he put it himself: "I am amused when others think they know my dreams better than I do."

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