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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jacob Steinberg

Bayern Munich close to deal for Vincent Kompany to take over as manager

Vincent Kompany
Vincent Kompany’s Burnley side was relegated from the Premier League this month after finishing 19th with 24 points. Photograph: Richard Sellers/PA

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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