Top managers need to be flexible – no wonder Ange Postecoglou and Russell Martin are struggling
Bayern Munich’s Vincent Kompany shows ideological coaches can be successful, but the Spurs and Southampton managers must adapt to survive

Bayern Munich’s Vincent Kompany shows ideological coaches can be successful, but the Spurs and Southampton managers must adapt to survive
Unlike his predecessor, the former Burnley coach has unified the Munich dressing room with a focus on a pacier defence and more fluid attack
Wednesday’s fixture against the club Villa vanquished in Rotterdam will be a poignant night for the surviving members of the class of ‘82
England captain hoping to be fit to face Aston Villa in Champions League on Wednesday after sustaining ankle injury against Bayer Leverkusen
Any move for Moroccan right-back depends on selling Aaron Wan-Bissaka, with talks ongoing with West Ham
Pressure on to sign back-up centre-back and striker after injuries to Yoro and Hojlund
Former Manchester City defender appointed by Bundesliga powerhouse despite leading Burnley to relegation last season
Midfielder was close to joining the German club in 2023 but the deal collapsed on transfer deadline day
United also interested in Lille centre-half Leny Yoro, while Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite remains a transfer target
Palhinha’s £60 million move to Bayern Munich fell through on transfer deadline day last summer
Telegraph Sport understands Olise was persuaded by conversations with new Bayern head coach Vincent Kompany
Former Netherlands, Ajax, Barcelona and Man Utd manager is the star of a new documentary chronicling his treatment and positive attitude
Stars at an international tournament could be aligning for the captain who enjoyed a record-breaking but trophyless debut season in Germany
Premier League club are yet to decide on whether to sack Ten Hag
Former Man City defender poised to take over Bundesliga side where he would manage some of his former rivals
Argentine manager can leave Chelsea with head held high – they would be nowhere without him this season
United have made no contact with the former Chelsea manager, with Erik ten Hag’s future in the balance
England captain misses Bayern Munich’s last home match of season but expects to be ready to lead Gareth Southgate’s team in Germany
England captain was removed in the 85th minute before Joselu struck twice to send Real Madrid to Wembley