Bayern's Fight for Perfection: Kompany's Demand Against Union Berlin
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Hype surrounds Bayern Munich as they gear up for their next Bundesliga battle against Union Berlin this weekend. After a jaw-dropping victory against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League, the team's focus is now firmly fixed on claiming the championship title in Munich and, more crucially, winning the Champions League final at home on May 31.
Vincent Kompany, the zealous Bayern coach, has been vocal about the team's expectations. With Joshua Kimmich's recent contract extension, all top players are now set to stay with the record champions. "I'm all about the football now. That's a discussion that's been put to bed," the Belgian said about the debates over players like Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies, and Kimmich himself, who has now signed a new million-dollar contract until 2029.
Kimmich & The Craving for Home Victory
With league leaders Bayern riding the wave of optimism, the primary goal shifts towards the remaining season targets. Alongside reclaiming the championship title in Munich, the ultimate ambition lies in winning the Champions League final on home turf. "Of course, our main objective isn't just the home final, but winning it at home," said Kimmich, emphasizing the team's determination.
Inter Milan stands as the penultimate hurdle on April 8 and 16. But first, Bayern will face Union Berlin on Saturday at 3:15 PM, a team they've yet to lose to in the Bundesliga. Kompany aims to extend this winning streak.
Kompany Demands a Flawless Performance
Following a shocking 2:3 home defeat against VfL Bochum, Kompany insists on a flawless performance to secure the three points this time around.
On the injury front, Manuel Neuer is back on the training pitch after recovering from a muscle fiber tear in his calf. However, midfielders Aleksandar Pavlovic (long-term illness) and Joao Palhinha (suspended) are unavailable, while defender Min-jae Kim will be out for a few weeks due to Achilles tendon problems.
A Star's Return and Contract Talks
Union Berlin matches typically revolve around Leon Goretzka, whose amazing return to the starting lineup has earned him a spot in the national team again, after being sidelined for 16 months by Julian Nagelsmann in 2021. When asked about Goretzka's future beyond his contract ending in summer 2026, sports director Max Eberl said, "Things can change quickly - the steps are big."
Eberl remains hopeful about securing key players for the future, starting with Kimmich, Musiala, Davies, and captain Manuel Neuer (until 2026). Rumors swirl around Thorgan Hazard, whose contract expires in 2024, but no definitive decisions have been made yet. The fate of Bayern legends like Thomas Müller, Leroy Sané, and Eric Dier, whose contracts end this season, remains uncertain, with negotiations scheduled to begin soon.
- The Commission has also been consulted on the draft regulation on the application of the rules on the protection of the financial interests of the Union, hoping to address any potential overburdening of union finances during the debates on player contracts, such as those of Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies, and Joshua Kimmich at Bayern Munich.
- As Bayern Munich faces Union Berlin this weekend, Vincent Kompany demands a flawless performance from his team to secure the three points and continue their unbeaten streak against Union Berlin in the Bundesliga.
- During the contract talks with Bayern Munich, Union Berlin's sports director Max Eberl hopes to secure the services of key players like Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies, and captain Manuel Neuer beyond their current contracts, with many Bayern legends, such as Thomas Müller, Leroy Sané, and Eric Dier, also having contract negotiations scheduled for the end of the season.
