Aaron Danks has impressed at FC Bayern as Vincent Kompany’s stand-in. Now there are rumors of a move to Manchester United—but the Munich club wants to keep its assistant coach.
Aaron Danks has made a name for himself at FC Bayern in recent weeks. While Vincent Kompany was absent due to illness, the Englishman took charge on the sidelines and led the Munich team to impressive results.
His successful work has apparently not gone unnoticed outside the record-holding champions either. As the BBC reports, Danks could play a role at Manchester United, where head coach Michael Carrick is under increasing pressure.
The two Englishmen know each other from their time together at Middlesbrough FC. Carrick is therefore said to be considering bringing his former teammate onto his coaching staff as support.
At the same time, Carrick’s own future is anything but certain. Manchester United is also said to be exploring potential successors for the Englishman. Mauricio Pochettino is now considered the top candidate for the head coaching position should the Red Devils part ways with Carrick. This would likely put an end to any interest in Aaron Danks as well.
Bayern bosses want to keep Danks
According to information from the Abendzeitung, however, the Munich club has no interest whatsoever in letting their assistant coach go. Neither Kompany nor the officials at Säbener Straße are said to be in favor of the Englishman leaving. Danks himself is reportedly not considering an early move either.
On the contrary, the 43-year-old recently emphasized publicly how comfortable he feels at the German record champions. In an Instagram post, he wrote: “I’m proud of the team spirit, the strength of character, and the dedication that everyone has shown at this incredible club.”
He also looked ahead to his head coach’s return: “We’re moving forward together and looking forward to having Vince back where he belongs. Mia san mia.”
Kompany’s return is drawing nearer
During Kompany’s absence, Danks led Bayern to four wins and one draw. Not only did he impress with the results, but he also received public praise from sporting director Christoph Freund. The Austrian particularly highlighted Danks’ tactical understanding, his personality, and the close collaboration within the coaching staff.
In any case, his role as Kompany’s stand-in is likely to end soon. The Belgian is now back at Säbener Straße and is expected to be back on the sidelines for the next Bundesliga match against 1. FC Köln on November 20.
Danks could then refocus on his original role as an assistant coach. Despite the rumors from England, his position at FC Bayern is not expected to change.