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Kompany Not Involved with Bayern’s Plans for Klassiker with Dortmund After Leaving Hospital – WTOP News
Assistant coach Aaron Danks says Bayern has told staff not to brief Vincent Kompany on the Dortmund match as he recovers at home.
Bayern Munich will not include coach Vincent Kompany in plans for Saturday's Klassiker against Bundesliga rival Borussia Dortmund following his recent collapse and hospitalization last week.
Max Eberl, Bayern's board member for sport, told ARD on Wednesday that Kompany was treated for meningeal irritation; the coach had also struggled with a viral infection and hip injury beforehand.
Assistant coach Aaron Danks is managing preparations after overseeing a 6-1 win over Magdeburg in the German Cup. Staff have clear instructions not to discuss football with the recovering coach.
After winning the Ballon d'Or on Monday, Harry Kane is expected to return for Saturday's match against Dortmund. Danks said, "We don't talk to him about football."
Danks emphasized the team's focus on Kompany's recovery, stating, "He needs to recover and spend time with his family." Staff are working together to maintain performance in his absence.
Bayern Munich will not allow coach Vincent Kompany to be part of his plans for Saturday's classic against Borussia Dortmund, after his fainting and hospitalization last week.