Bayern Munich have confirmed Vincent Kompany will be their next head coach following Thomas Tuchel’s departure at the end of the season.
Kompany leaves Burnley after two seasons having overseen a record-breaking Championship promotion campaign followed by relegation from the Premier League.
Bayern failed to win the Bundesliga for the first time in 12 years last season, finishing third with Bayer Leverkusen storming to an unbeaten league season under Xabi Alonso. Tuchel’s exit was initially announced in February.
Burnley said in a statement: “Whilst we were initially confident in retaining our manager, the changing dynamics of the situation made this impossible. We understand the allure and prestige of a club like Bayern Munich and respect Vincent’s ambition to explore new opportunities.
“We wish only the best for Vincent and would like to put on record our appreciation for his dedication every single day he was a part of this football club.
“Our priority remains the stability and success of Burnley FC, and we will continue to take the necessary steps to ensure that our ambition is realised – namely our return to the Premier League. We have started the search for a new manager and will make an announcement in due course.”
Kompany won praise for his team’s attractive style of play when coaching Burnley in the English Premier League last season but was relegated as the team finished in next-to-last place. He had been under contract at Burnley through 2028.
Even though he arrives at a low point for Bayern, Kompany will still be expected to win trophies and potentially reach the 2025 Champions League final, which is to be played at Bayern’s own Allianz Arena.
Additional reporting from the Associated Press
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