Bayern Munich prolong Vincent Kompany's managerial contract to 2029

The Bundesliga title holders Bayern Munich revealed on Tuesday that Vincent Kompany has agreed to a two-year extension on his coaching role, keeping him with the club through to 2029.

Arriving in the summer of 2024, Kompany was not the top pick for the job, yet the Belgian manager guided the team to reclaim the German championship in his initial campaign.

"It feels like I've been here a lot longer and that I know the club well," Kompany, once captain at Manchester City, remarked in an official release.

"It's been a great experience so far. We've started on a wonderful journey. Let's keep working hard and celebrate much more success!"

At 39 years old, Kompany has the side performing exceptionally, securing 11 victories from 11 matches this term and leading both the Champions League and Bundesliga standings.

"Vincent Kompany has restored the enjoyment to FC Bayern, and the enthusiasm has truly ignited. His guidance has fostered a cohesive squad that delivers commanding and engaging football," commented Bayern's CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen.

"I appreciate Vincent's composure. He avoids seeking the spotlight and enhances our players through his thorough preparation."

The hiring of Kompany caught many off guard, as Bayern compensated Burnley with £10 million ($13 million) to free him from his obligations in 2024.

"From the moment we brought in Vinny, we shared a defined plan for the future, and he soon demonstrated his value in advancing FC Bayern, on the field and beyond," stated Max Eberl, Bayern's sporting director.

"He serves as an inspiration, bridging players, supporters, and staff, and our aim is to develop a lasting partnership together."

During Kompany's time at Burnley, the team earned promotion to the Premier League, only to drop back down after a single year, achieving their worst ever points total in the elite division.

Even with 12 triumphs in the last 13 Bundesliga competitions, the managerial position at Bayern has seen frequent changes over that period.

Pep Guardiola, who departed after three seasons in 2016, remains the most recent Bayern boss to serve a minimum of two complete terms.

Prior to selecting Kompany, Bayern made approaches to Xabi Alonso, Julian Nagelsmann, Oliver Glasner, and Ralf Rangnick, but all declined the opportunity.

Efforts to retain the incumbent manager Thomas Tuchel, who was set to depart at season's close, also failed, prompting Bayern to pursue Kompany instead.