Bayern Munich Honorary President, Uli Hoeneß, has revealed the conversation the club had with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola before appointing Vincent Kompany as the Bavarians head coach.
Bayern Munich appointed Kompany as manager in 2024 after the Belgian left Burnley.
Kompany’s appointment came as a surprise to many, considering his lack of experience in coaching any top European club.
But the 39-year-old has been doing a great job at Bayern Munich so far, guiding them to win the Bundesliga title last season.
Presently, Kompany’s side will face Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final stage in April.
“When we called Pep Guardiola before signing Vincent and asked what he thought of him,” Hoeneß told Kicker.
“He said we could take Kompany blindly. His contract is until 2029, that is, five years… an eternity in today’s football. That was an incredible show of faith.
“We wanted to express that we are completely convinced of his work.”