Overview
- The new deal runs to 2029, extending Kompany’s previous contract that was set to expire in 2027.
- Kompany said he asked for a low‑profile process so the team could quickly refocus on upcoming matches.
- Reports suggest Manchester City sounded him out as a future Pep Guardiola successor, which allegedly sped up Bayern’s timeline, though this has not been confirmed by the club.
- The agreement was reportedly reached in under 24 hours with formalities completed within a week, according to CaughtOffside.
- Bayern leadership lauded the extension as a show of trust, while Kompany’s tenure includes a league title, a 49-9-9 record, and an unbeaten start to this season.