Bayern Munich Extends Max Eberl and Jan-Christian Dreesen Contracts Through 2029
Bayern said continuity in sporting and commercial leadership will help the club maintain its leading position in Europe.
- Bayern Munich extended the contracts of CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen and sporting board member Max Eberl through June 2029 following a supervisory board meeting on Tuesday. The club reiterated its faith in both leaders to guide the team.
- Dreesen, 58, became CEO after Oliver Kahn's dismissal in May 2023, following a banking career. He previously served as Bayern's chief financial officer and vice-chairman of the supervisory board.
- Eberl, 52, faced a difficult start managing sporting affairs after joining in February 2024. He endured rejections from Xabi Alonso, Julian Nagelsmann, and Ralf Rangnick while seeking a new coach, then failed to convince Thomas Tuchel to stay.
- Vincent Kompany, former Manchester City captain, was appointed as coach and delivered immediate success. He guided Bayern to consecutive Bundesliga titles and a domestic league and cup double last season.
- The supervisory board expressed confidence in Dreesen and Eberl to manage sporting and commercial operations. Bayern aims to maintain its leading position in Europe while ensuring the German giant continues its growth.
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Bayern Munich extends Max Eberl and Jan-Christian Dreesen contracts through 2029
Bayern Munich has extended the contracts of board member for sport Max Eberl and chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen through June 2029.
After some hesitation the FC Bayern extends the contract with sports director Max Eberl. Also club manager Jan-Christian Dreesen remains. These are important signs for the club. Eberl in particular has now earned much more trust.
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