Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has taken unusual action regarding the injured Sacha Boey and called off the transfer of Hiroki Ito. MSN reported the news on Thursday, confirming a clear decision from the new boss.
Kompany personally ended negotiations for the Japanese defender despite them being at an advanced stage. The Belgian sees no need for further reinforcement on the left side of defence given the current squad makeup. Instead, the club is now fully focused on Boey's recovery. The Frenchman has been sidelined with persistent muscle issues since his expensive winter move from Galatasaray. Kompany has now ordered Boey to undertake a special, individual training programme closely monitored by the club's physiotherapists.
Why was the Ito transfer called off?
The decision followed an internal review of squad planning. With Alphonso Davies, Raphaël Guerreiro, and Noussair Mazraoui also capable on the left, Kompany views the position as sufficiently covered. The manager values a balanced squad composition and does not want to block players already at the club. Bayern had been discussing a fee of around €30 million for Ito, who is under contract at VfB Stuttgart. Those plans are now off the table. Kompany told MSN, "We have strong players in that position. Now it's about developing the existing qualities."
What does the measure mean for Sacha Boey?
For the 24-year-old Boey, the special care package is a clear signal of trust. The right-back made only a handful of appearances after his move for over €30 million. His individual programme includes physiotherapy alongside targeted strength and stability training to address the root cause of his recurring injuries. The goal is a sustainable return to team training. Bayern's medical department is working closely with Boey on this. Fans can track the progress of all players on our injuries page.
What does the current defence look like?
Bayern boast a broad and experienced backline. Besides the mentioned full-backs, Matthijs de Ligt, Dayot Upamecano, Kim Min-jae, and Tarek Buchmann form the centre-back contingent. The team has played seven Bundesliga matches so far this season and sits in the table. The full squad overview is available on our squad page.
| Player | Position | Contract Until |
|---|---|---|
| Alphonso Davies | Left-Back | 2025 |
| Sacha Boey | Right-Back | 2029 |
| Matthijs de Ligt | Centre-Back | 2027 |
| Dayot Upamecano | Centre-Back | 2026 |
| Kim Min-jae | Centre-Back | 2028 |
The table shows the long-term commitments of key defensive players. Boey's contract runs until the summer of 2029, underlining the club's investment. Kompany's focus is now on optimally utilising these existing qualities and reintegrating players like Boey into the team. Bayern's next league fixture is an away match against 1. FC Köln on Saturday, 12 September 2026, as shown on the fixtures calendar.
