In an exclusive interview, German football legend Lothar Matthäus opened up about his concerns with Bayern Munich’s recent decisions, claiming that the club’s appointment of Oliver Kahn as CEO was a mistake, as Kahn lacked the necessary mentality for the role. Matthäus also criticized Hasan Salihamidzic for lacking the stature needed for his position. Furthermore, he expressed his belief that replacing Julian Nagelsmann with Thomas Tuchel was unnecessary and ultimately harmed Bayern’s performance.
Matthäus, known for his blunt honesty, acknowledged that while he typically refrains from criticizing coaches and players, sometimes it is necessary to “wake them up.” He stressed the importance of open critique in the football world, especially when it comes to players and managers not meeting expectations.
The interview comes ahead of Bayern Munich’s upcoming Bundesliga clash against Borussia Dortmund, which will be broadcast live on Sony Sport 2. Matthäus also offered support for Thomas Tuchel’s future, suggesting that the former Bayern coach would do well with the England national team.