According to German media outlet Kicker.
Rangnick
There was an interest in having
Bayern
Thomas of Munich.
Muller (name)
as a "player and assistant coach". This plan seemed quite unique, but it didn't materialize, as Rangnick ultimately turned down the head coaching position at Bayern.
Thomas Muller has just finished his career with the German national team and is currently under contract with Bayern until 2025. This could be his last year as a player. Muller will be under new manager
Vincent Kompany (1985-), French soccer player
's bid for a starting spot under the leadership of However, if Rangnick had accepted Bayern's offer at the time, Muller could have played for the team in a different capacity.
According to Kicker, Rangnick came close to becoming Bayern's new manager at the beginning of May, but in the end he turned it down. Bayern offered him a two-year contract that included a confusing release clause, which is one of the reasons why Rangnick turned Bayern down. Rangnick ultimately chose to stay on as coach of the Austrian national team and had the injured Alaba join his coaching staff at the Euros.
Prior to this, Bayern also contacted Xavi Alonso and Nagelsmann, but both decided not to accept the job offer from Bayern. Regarding Frick, there was apparently no agreement among the Bayern hierarchy. In the end, Bayern chose Vincent Kompany as their new manager.
Despite failing to fulfill Rangnick's plans, Thomas Muller's performance in the new season is still highly anticipated. Bayern fans will be keeping a close eye on Muller's play under Kompany and his future role in the team.
