Bayern Munich are close to ending their protracted search for a new manager with the club set to give the job to Burnley’s Vincent Kompany.
Bayern have encountered frustration in their hunt for a replacement for Thomas Tuchel, who departed after ending the season without winning a trophy. The German’s exit was agreed in February but the club’s desperation even meant they tried to persuade the former Chelsea manager to stay.
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Forced to think again when Tuchel decided to stick to the original plan, Bayern targeted Kompany. The Belgian was a surprise candidate given his part in Burnley’s relegation from the Premier League.