Hansi Flick says farewell and reflects on his time with Bayern Munich | OneFootball

Hansi Flick gave his farewell interview as Bayern Munich manager before moving on to his role as head coach of the German national team after the European Championship.

“This club will always be very special to me,” said Flick to club media. “I had the best time here as a player and celebrated great successes as a coach. FC Bayern is my club.”

Looking back on his two seasons as manager, the 56-year-old applauded the squad’s dedication and specifically highlighted the talents of Joshua Kimmich and the revival of Thomas Müller.

“The team has performed sensationally. They hardly had any vacation, hardly any preparation, a game every three days, and still won the league title with sovereignty, which we all say is the most honest title.”

“[Kimmich] is definitely very, very focused, that’s what distinguishes him. I think if he can channel his ambition a little better and steer it in the right direction, he can become the world’s best player.”

“He’s already a world-class player in several positions, but he can take another step and I hope he does that.”

“Thomas is a phenomenon for me… he means so much for the team and this club, there will never be anyone like him again. What he has achieved in his career is unique.”

Flick then went on to reaffirm incoming manager Julian Nagelsmann “will have a lot of fun” with this squad.

“They have enormous quality and a great attitude. I’ve written that to him as well. They’re a top team and they know what’s important. You have to support them as a coach.”

During his time as Bayern’s manager, Flick won seven titles including the 2019/20 treble.