Bayern announces Kompany takeover

Pep protege swaps Burnley dugout for Bundesliga hot-seat

Bayern Munich's long search to fill its vacant head coach position is over, with the German giant naming Vincent Kompany as manager in a shock move on Wednesday.

The 38-year-old Belgian, a surprise choice with his Burnley side relegated from the Premier League this season, has penned a three-year deal at the Allianz Arena.

Normally in contention for the biggest names in the business, Bayern has been searching for months, but has been knocked back by several candidates after its first trophyless season for 12 years.