"Not going to answer that": Transfer question puts Kompany on the spot | OneFootball

Vincent Kompany remains the calm architect on the sidelines even after his contract extension. However, when asked about potential new signings from his homeland, even the Bayern coach briefly loses his composure.

When asked which Belgian player he would like to bring to Munich, Kompany responded with a laugh and a telling evasive answer. “I won’t answer that. I don’t want to drive up the market value [laughs],” the 39-year-old replied in an interview with Het Laatste Nieuws.

In fact, several names from the Jupiler League have emerged around Bayern in recent months. One of them: Noah Sadiki. The versatile defensive player made the leap to England in the summer, joining AFC Sunderland in the Championship. Previously, the 20-year-old had established himself as a regular at Union Saint-Gilloise. Trained in the youth ranks of RSC Anderlecht, Sadiki can play both on the right side of defense and in defensive midfield – qualities that continue to make him interesting for top clubs.

The fact that Sadiki once matured in Anderlecht’s youth under the sporting direction of Kompany adds a special touch to this personnel matter. A short-term transfer to Munich seems unlikely, but the 20-year-old could certainly become a topic for the future. His development in England is likely to be closely monitored – not just on Säbener Straße.

Future Projects: Kompany and Belgian Youth

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In the spring, two more talents were linked with Munich. Konstantinos Karetsas, an attacking midfielder from KRC Genk, and his club colleague Lucca Brughmans, a highly talented goalkeeper, are among Belgium’s most exciting prospects. According to Het Laatste Nieuws, Kompany is said to have contacted Brughmans’ entourage in particular. However, given the upcoming extension of Manuel Neuer and the potential of Jonas Urbig, he is currently likely only under observation.

Nevertheless, planning at FC Bayern extends well beyond the 2025/26 season – and Kompany’s networks in Belgium could increasingly gain importance. Although origin is secondary, Kompany’s connection to Belgium offers the club strategic advantages.

After his contract extension, the coach is likely to focus not only on sporting stability but also on strategically expanding his squad. In this regard, FC Bayern still has room for action. The names Sadiki, Karetsas, and Brughmans symbolize what Kompany is looking for: young players with development potential – regardless of their nationality.

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