Arsene Wenger expresses interest in coaching Bayern Munich: Report

According to media reports in Germany, Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich are targeting former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger for the top job. The club had sacked Niko Kovac a few days back and are searching for his full-time replacement.

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With the Bavarians sitting four points behind Borussia Monchengladbach in the Bundesliga, the legendary manager's name is being increasingly thought of by Bayern as they consider their options. According to reports, former RB Leipzig manager Ralf Rangnick is also being considered for the job.

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Niko Kovac was sacked following the club’s 1-5 loss against Eintracht Frankfurt. Overall, the team has failed to replicate their previous season's performance this time. Hansi Flick has been appointed as the club's interim manager.

Arsene Wenger spent 12 years at Arsenal. During his time at the Emirates, he won three Premier League titles and seven FA Cup trophies. The club qualified for the UEFA Champions League for 20 years in a row under his tenure. The Frenchman's man-management skills and experience in handling star-studded dressing rooms could work in his favour and is something that the Bavarians are looking for. He has been away from management since leaving North London at the end of the 2017/18 season but has also reportedly expressed his desire to return back to management. 

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Mourinho is also in the fray

Wenger’s Premier League rival Jose Mourinho is also being considered as one of the favourites to take over at the Allianz Arena. But Wenger, 70, wants to bring an end to his own 18-month exile from coaching. He was also offered a technical role by FIFA a couple of months back, but the Frenchman is desperate to get back into management and insists that he is ready for a managerial role.

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