Bayern Munich faces hefty fee for Vincent Kompany as Burnley stands firm

Bayern Munich is close to hiring Vincent Kompany as their new head coach, but negotiations with Burnley are difficult due to Burnley's demand for a €20 million (£17m/$22m) compensation fee.

Bayern Munich Pushing For Vincent Kompany
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Bayern Munich are nearing a deal to appoint Vincent Kompany as their new head coach, but negotiations with Burnley are proving challenging. Despite reaching a verbal agreement with Kompany, Bayern has yet to make significant progress with Burnley, who are demanding €20 million (£17m/$22m) in compensation, as reported by Sky.

Bayern is reportedly reluctant to meet this steep price, yet discussions continue. Burnley remains firm on their financial demands, with Kompany under contract until 2028. The potential financial gain from Kompany’s departure could be reinvested into the team, supporting their goal of returning to the Premier League by the 2025-26 season.

Kompany started his managerial career at Anderlecht, first as a player-coach in the 2019-20 season and later as the head coach until 2022. His subsequent move to Burnley marked a new chapter, enhancing his reputation as a promising manager. Under his leadership, Burnley secured promotion to the Premier League but struggled against top-tier teams, eventually facing relegation.

If Kompany completes his move to Bayern, he will be tasked with revitalizing a club used to winning. Bayern, known for their high standards and competitiveness, had a trophyless season, increasing the pressure on the new manager. Before this transition can occur, Bayern and Burnley must agree on a suitable transfer fee.

FC Bayern München performance and stats

FC Bayern München

Manager: Thomas Tuchel
Rank 2nd
Win 23
Draw 3
Loss 7
Goals 92-41
Diff 51
Rank 1st
Win 5
Draw 1
Loss 0
Goals 12-6
Diff 6
This season

FC Bayern München is currently 2nd in the Bundesliga with 72 points.

In the last 34 games, it has won 23 times, drawn 3 times, and lost 8 times. In its last match, FC Bayern München lost 4-2 against TSG Hoffenheim.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 92 goals and conceding 41.​

Burnley performance and stats

Burnley

Manager: Vincent Kompany
Rank 19th
Win 5
Draw 9
Loss 23
Goals 40-76
Diff -36

Burnley is currently 19th in the Premier League with 24 points.

In the last 38 games, it has won 5 times, drawn 9 times, and lost 24 times. In its last match, Burnley lost 1-2 against Nottingham Forest.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 40 goals and conceding 76.​