New hierarchy at Bayern: these stars are now calling the shots | OneFootball

Eight games, eight wins – things are running like clockwork for FC Bayern under Vincent Kompany so far. But not only on the pitch, a lot has changed in the locker room as well.

With Thomas Müller leaving the club this summer, the defining figure of identification has departed. The 36-year-old moved to the MLS to join the Vancouver Whitecaps – and left a gap that is now being filled collectively by several players.

“Thomas Müller is a legend! I think it’s simply impossible to replace him one-to-one,” explained sporting director Christoph Freund to BILD. “But the team is functioning very, very well internally and everything is just being shared out. It’s great in the locker room.”

Leadership roles spread across several shoulders

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At the top of the hierarchy remain captain Manuel Neuer and his deputy Joshua Kimmich. The leadership duo is complemented by Harry Kane and new signing Jonathan Tah, who are both part of the team council. Leon Goretzka and Serge Gnabry are also taking on more responsibility.

Kane emphasized in his conversation with BILD: “Thomas was always a vocal leader, but that doesn’t mean we don’t still have others like Josh, Manu, myself, or even Serge. When a player like him leaves, it puts pressure on others to step up and be more vocal. That’s why things are a bit more spread out now. But as you can see, we currently have a strong environment.”

The younger generation is also making itself heard more and more. “There are a few young ones, Alex Pavlovic, Tom Bischof. Alongside Manu, Jo Kimmich, who have been here longer. Michael Olise feels extremely comfortable in the group. It’s just a really good mix at the moment,” Freund explained.

New faces bring a breath of fresh air

The summer signings have integrated quickly. Nicolas Jackson, who joined on loan from Chelsea, and Luis Díaz, signed from Liverpool for up to 75 million euros, have had no problems adapting, according to Freund: “These guys are very positive. I think they’ve been received really well. Lucho and Nico are also really positive guys off the pitch.”

Another piece of the puzzle in the locker room is Alphonso Davies, who, despite a cruciate ligament tear, keeps spirits high with his positive attitude. Jamal Musiala, who is currently in rehab after a fibula fracture but is considered the face of the future, does the same.

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