Vincent Kompany says Bayern Munich have done ‘a very good job’ by choosing him

Vincent Kompany has brushed aside concerns he was not Bayern Munich’s first choice by insisting the club have done well to appoint him.

The former Manchester City and Belgium captain was confirmed as Bayern’s surprise pick to succeed Thomas Tuchel as manager after a deal was reached with relegated Burnley on Wednesday.

Kompany emerged as an unlikely front-runner for the job last week after a number of high-profile candidates including Hansi Flick, Julian Nagelsmann, Xabi Alonso and Ralf Rangnick reportedly turned it down.

Kompany led Burnley to promotion from the Championship last year but his first experience as a Premier League manager was a disappointing one, ending in the Clarets’ immediate relegation.

Yet the 38-year-old, who had a previous spell in charge of Anderlecht, remains confident in his ability.

Kompany told reporters at a press conference: “I just joined the club but I’m starting to understand a little bit the recruitment process, and I can only say that the fact that I’m here means they’re doing a very good job. That’s it.

“I know what a big club Bayern Munich is. I’m very proud but also very motivated to start. The season could start today, right away.”

Kompany asserted his appointment should not be regarded as a surprise and revealed he had attracted interest from other clubs.

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