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Bayern Munich rules out Dante option

Absent for several weeks following major health problems, Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany (40 years old) will leave a void…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 11:29 PM

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Bayern Munich has ruled out bringing former player Dante to the first-team staff during Vincent Kompany's absence.
Max Eberl stated that Dante will retain his current position working with the club's U23 team.
Manager Vincent Kompany will miss several weeks while recovering from major health problems.

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Bayern Munich sports director Max Eberl has confirmed the club will not bring in former player Dante to assist the first-team coaching staff. The decision comes as manager Vincent Kompany faces several weeks away from the sidelines due to major health issues. Eberl stated that Dante will instead remain in his current coaching position with the club's Under-23 squad.

Aaron Danks has been selected to take charge during Kompany's convalescence. Danks will be supported by coaching staff members René Marić, Floribert N'Galula, and Daniel Fradley as the Bundesliga club manages the manager's absence.

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