Bayern Munich star Dayot Upamecano credits all coaches who played role in his development

Bayern Munich center-back Dayot Upamecano has appreciation for everyone who has helped him along the way during his career.

Well…almost everyone.

“They all played a part in my success. I arrived in Germany very young, and (Ralf) Rangnick instilled in me the confidence I needed to establish myself in a foreign country. (Julian) Nagelsmann gave me that freedom in my game, the ability to play out from the back. I already had that potential, but he helped me develop it. With (Vincent) Kompany, I feel the fact that he’s played in my position. He sometimes takes me aside, says, “Dayot, come to my office,” and shows me video clips highlighting what I need to improve,” Upamecano told L’Equipe (as captured by @iMiaSanMia).

Hmmm…there was an interesting name missing from that mix — former Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel.

It could have been an innocent omission or maybe it was a reflection on how grating toward the locker room Tuchel was perceived to be from the outside. Regardless, Upamecano is always willing to credit those who have helped him during his career journey.

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Bayern Munich sputtered into the international break with a 2-2 draw against Union Berlin.

While it was tough watch at times, there is no reason to panic…right? Right?

Right — and let’s talk about why, plus more on the next edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:

• The aftermath of Bayern Munich’s 2-2 draw with Union Berlin. How are fans feeling? Did Vincent Kompany go to the well one too many times? Was the team tired, uninspired, or both?
• Do Bayern Munich fans appreciate just how good Joshua Kimmich is?
• Dayot Upamecano is getting more suitors (Manchester United, Inter Milan, Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid) and things are not progressing with Bayern Munich. Are the obstacles too much to overcome? Should they be?
• Would Ibrahima Konaté be a good successor if Upamecano leaves?
• Jamal Musiala could take a little longer to get back.