Vincent Kompany denies reports of requesting additional FC Bayern transfers

FC Bayern München head coach Vincent Kompany has dismissed reports claiming he requested a third major transfer during the summer window. Responding to rumors that he sought further high-value signings alongside Nathaniel Brown and Ismael Saibari, Kompany described the information as being pulled from an “AI cloud” and stated he had not even considered the idea in recent months. Sport director Christoph Freund also expressed surprise, noting that the club's leadership has been in constant communication regarding squad planning.

In related team news, new signing Ismael Saibari shared the personal meaning behind his jersey number 34, which serves as a tribute to his late friend Abdelhak Nouri. Meanwhile, Saibari faced media scrutiny following a DFB-Pokal appearance against VfL Osnabrück, where German outlets noted a lack of speed during his performance.

Ahead of the upcoming match against Schalke 04, former Manchester City teammate Edin Dzeko expressed admiration for Kompany’s leadership and transition into coaching, recalling the Belgian's studious nature during their time playing together.