Manchester City stance on Vincent Kompany managerial swoop detailed

Manchester City remain fixated on the idea of bringing Vincent Kompany back to the Etihad Stadium as Pep Guardiola’s eventual successor, according to reports.

While Guardiola remains contracted until 2027, speculation continues to build around City’s long-term planning, particularly following a series of recent external comments and media reports tied to possible successors.

The club’s internal structure are believed to be exploring succession frameworks, conscious that Guardiola’s long-running Etihad tenure will be almost impossible to replicate. As a result, several candidates have been assessed over time, including those with historic ties to the club.

Vincent Kompany has steadily emerged as the most consistent name linked. The Belgian’s rise through coaching has placed him firmly within City’s line of sight, with former defender Bacary Sagna emphasising Kompany’s emotional connection to the club as a defining factor, while Bayern Munich hierarchy play down speculation in public.

City’s interest also reflects a long-standing club philosophy in appointing managers who understand the style and structural demands that has gone on to underpin the Guardiola era. The internal view is that a successor must be able to maintain continuity rather than rebuild from scratch.

And according to the information of TEAMtalk, Bayern Munich’s Vincent Kompany is still viewed as a prime contender to succeed Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, where the Belgian is ‘extremely well thought of’ and will be a frontrunner to take over next if he is open to the role.

From the side of those at the Etihad Stadium, it is claimed that the club are currently monitoring Kompany’s big game occasions and style of football, whilst currently comfortable with the way he is progressing.

Whilst Manchester City are said to appreciate that Vincent Kompany is completely focused on his job at Bayern Munich, they hope that he will be open-minded about a move whenever Pep Guardiola exits the Etihad Stadium.

Looking ahead, the next phase of Manchester City’s planning is expected to align with Pep Guardiola’s contract timeline, rather than any short-term managerial changes. Much depends on Guardiola himself, with the club preparing for a future beyond 2027 but not actively accelerating the process.

Vincent Kompany’s work at Bayern Munich will be closely analysed throughout this period, particularly his adaptability in high-pressure UEFA Champions League and Bundesliga title scenarios.

Should circumstances align – timing, availability, and Kompany’s own ambitions – the former Manchester City captain is expected to be firmly in the frame. Until then, City will continue maintaining a watching brief.