
Vincent Kompany Obsession Unlocks Serge Gnabry Best Form at Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich are looking like an unstoppable force at the start of the 2025-26 season – and one of the biggest storylines so far has been the resurgence of Serge Gnabry under new boss Vincent Kompany. The German international, who just a few weeks ago was reportedly available for transfer, is now thriving in the heart of Bayern’s attack.
In a revealing interview, Gnabry opened up about what has sparked his turnaround, pointing to Kompany’s unique approach as a coach and the “obsessions” that are having an enormous impact on the squad. With Bayern flying in both the Bundesliga and the Champions League, it feels like the perfect storm for the Bavarian giants – and Gnabry is right at the centre of it.
Bayern’s Blistering Start to the 2025-26 Season
It’s hard to imagine a better way for Bayern to start the new campaign. After claiming the DFL-Supercup with a confident win over Stuttgart back in August, Kompany’s men have been nothing short of ruthless in the Bundesliga. Four games, four wins, 18 goals scored – and all while playing an aggressive, free-flowing brand of football that has quickly won over fans at the Allianz Arena.
The confidence seems to be spilling over into Europe, too. Their 3-1 win over Chelsea in their opening Champions League fixture was more than just a strong start – it was a statement. After a quarter-final exit in last season’s competition, Bayern look determined to make a deeper run this time around. Kompany’s mix of tactical discipline and attacking freedom is starting to look like the perfect recipe.
Serge Gnabry’s Revitalised Role Under Kompany
For Gnabry, this season has felt like a personal turning point. At 30 years old and coming off an injury-plagued spell, there were whispers over the summer that Bayern might look to cash in before his contract runs down. Instead, Kompany put his faith in the former Arsenal winger – and that trust is paying off in spectacular fashion.
With Jamal Musiala sidelined through a long-term injury, Gnabry has stepped into a new role, operating more centrally as an attacking midfielder. The result? Three goals and two assists in just four league games, forming a devastating partnership with Harry Kane, Michael Olise and Luis Díaz.
More than the numbers, though, there’s a sense that Gnabry is enjoying his football again. The swagger is back, the confidence is flowing, and his combination play with Kane in particular has been one of Bayern’s most potent weapons early on.
Vincent Kompany’s “Obsession” With Repetition and Detail
When asked about the secret behind Bayern’s storming start, Gnabry didn’t hesitate to credit Kompany. “It’s very strong how he relies on the players he has,” he told Sky in an interview this week.
“I think that’s the case for all of us – we feel comfortable under him and feel the trust, even last year. He does that really well. The longer you work together, the better you know each other, the better you know what the coach wants and what the guidelines are. He’s obsessed with repetition and detail, which helps us enormously in that we simply know how we play. It gives us players confidence, and that’s nice, of course.”
It’s a revealing insight into Kompany’s coaching style. His reputation as a leader during his playing days at Manchester City was built on precision and discipline, and those same qualities seem to be shaping this Bayern team. The focus on repetition ensures that every player knows exactly what is expected of them in each phase of play, allowing them to play with freedom once the whistle blows.
From Transfer List to Contract Extension?

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The turnaround has been so dramatic that Bayern’s sporting director Christoph Freund admitted Gnabry was “still a candidate for sale a few weeks ago.” Now, the conversation has shifted towards a contract extension.
With his current deal set to expire next summer, Gnabry’s future had been a lingering question. But on current form, Bayern may have no choice but to lock him down for the next few seasons.
Gnabry, for his part, is staying relaxed about the situation: “I’m not worried at all right now. I’m very relaxed. I’m just happy that things are going so well, that we’re playing so well. And we’ll see about everything else when the time comes.”
What Comes Next for Bayern and Gnabry
If Bayern continue at this pace, it could be a special season in Munich. The squad looks balanced, hungry, and completely bought in to Kompany’s vision. The Belgian coach’s ability to create a winning culture so quickly has been impressive – but his handling of individuals like Gnabry might be the most important factor of all.
A few months ago, it would have been hard to imagine Gnabry being central to Bayern’s plans. Now, he is not just starting games but dictating them. His resurgence underlines one of the golden rules of football: confidence and trust can transform a player’s career.
With Kompany’s obsession with detail driving the standards higher every week, and with stars like Gnabry responding on the pitch, Bayern Munich suddenly look like a team capable of sweeping all before them – in Germany and beyond.
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