Return to Bayern? Kahn breaks his silence | OneFootball

Could Oliver Kahn return to FC Bayern? The former CEO makes a clear statement.

Oliver Kahn has sent a clear signal: a return to FC Bayern is not up for discussion for the former CEO and goalkeeping titan. Speaking to Sky, the 56-year-old made it clear that he has closed the chapter on his time with the record champions.

“For me, that time is over. That’s the past. I’ve closed that door for myself and am focusing on other topics,” said Kahn. His tenure as CEO at FC Bayern lasted from July 2021 to May 2023—and ended turbulently with his surprising dismissal.

Looking back, Kahn seems at peace with himself. “I am at peace with myself regarding that time. There were many difficulties, but I’m looking forward and there are many exciting topics,” he explained.

Currently, the former world-class goalkeeper has no plans to return to operational football business. “At the moment, I’m not considering operational positions in the professional business,” Kahn emphasized. Instead, he is focusing on a new field: “I’ve started to get involved with club ownership, that is, investing in football clubs. I find that extremely exciting. There’s a lot of motivation in that for me. That’s where I currently see my future.”

Kahn looks back on Nagelsmann’s dismissal at FC Bayern

Kahn only touched briefly on his controversial time as Bayern boss. In particular, the dismissal of Julian Nagelsmann in spring 2023—a few weeks before his own ousting—made headlines at the time. But Kahn wants to let the matter rest: “It makes no sense to talk about decisions that were made a few years ago. Sometimes you have to make decisions that not everyone likes.”

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Kahn also did not comment on current topics surrounding FC Bayern. When asked about recent statements from honorary president Uli Hoeneß regarding sporting director Max Eberl, the ex-CEO responded calmly: “I had a wonderful time at FC Bayern. I’m not at all motivated to constantly comment on the statements of those in charge. That topic is finished for me. I’m a fan of letting people do their jobs.”

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.