BREAKING NEWS: Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has confirmed that one of his most important players is on the verge of leaving the Allianz Arena for Manchester United a development he admits has left him deeply unhappy at a critical stage of the season.
Speaking candidly, Kompany revealed that the situation escalated rapidly after the player personally approached him following a recent training session.
According to the Bayern boss, the meeting made it clear that the midfielder’s mind was already made up.
“He came to my office yesterday after training to speak openly about his desire to join Manchester United,” Kompany disclosed.
“As a coach, sometimes you are forced into decisions you don’t want to make. I approved the request, but I can honestly say I’m not pleased. This is a very sensitive moment in our season.”
The player in question is Joshua Kimmich — Bayern’s midfield general, leader, and arguably one of the most influential footballers in world football today.
Valued at around £80 million, Kimmich has been central to Bayern’s dominance over the last decade, and his potential exit has sent shockwaves through the club and its supporters.
A Pillar of Bayern’s Identity
Kimmich is widely regarded as the engine of Bayern Munich. His intelligence, versatility, and tactical discipline allow him to control matches from multiple positions, whether shielding the defence, dictating tempo, or contributing in advanced areas.
Few players combine leadership and technical excellence as seamlessly as the German international.
Kompany did not hide the emotional weight of the situation.
“Joshua is not just another player in this squad,” he explained. “He is a leader, a reference point, and someone others look to when games become difficult.
Losing someone like that doesn’t just affect tactics — it affects mentality, confidence, and identity.”
Manchester United’s Pull
Manchester United’s interest in Kimmich is far from accidental.
The Premier League giants have been actively searching for an elite midfielder capable of raising standards instantly, and Kimmich fits that profile perfectly.
His experience at the highest level, including Champions League success and countless title races, makes him an ideal candidate to anchor United’s midfield rebuild.
The move also reflects a broader shift in European football, where even traditionally dominant clubs like Bayern must increasingly contend with player ambition and external financial power.
For United, signing Kimmich would represent a statement of intent; for Bayern, it threatens to destabilize a finely balanced squad.
Kompany’s Frustration
What troubles Kompany most is the timing. With Bayern still competing fiercely on multiple fronts, losing such a key figure mid-season could derail momentum.
“This is not the moment you want distractions,” Kompany said. “We are fighting for trophies. Continuity matters. Stability matters.
And when a player of this stature leaves, it creates uncertainty whether you like it or not.”
Internally, Bayern’s hierarchy is believed to be disappointed but pragmatic.
While efforts were reportedly made to convince Kimmich to stay, the player’s determination to pursue a new challenge ultimately forced their hand.
A Difficult Goodbye Looms
Kimmich has remained professional publicly, continuing to perform and avoiding inflammatory comments.
However, his private conversation with Kompany suggests that his focus has already shifted toward a new chapter at Old Trafford.
For Bayern Munich, replacing such a figure will be no small task.
For Manchester United, the impending arrival of Kimmich could reshape their midfield for years to come.
As the transfer window edges closer, all signs point toward an emotional and high-profile departure one that Kompany has accepted reluctantly, but one that may soon become unavoidable.
