Bayern Munich set to name Christoph Kresse as interim chief scout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Bayern Munich plans to appoint Christoph Kresse as the interim chief scout following Nils Schmadtke's departure. Kresse, highly regarded in the club and currently serving as the chief scout, has been with Bayern since December 2024. While initial reports suggest he will hold the position temporarily, the club is still considering a long-term solution. There had been speculation about the possibility of approaching Christopher Vivell from Manchester United for the role, but he remains under contract until the summer.
- •Nils Schmadtke is leaving Bayern Munich as chief scout.
- •Christoph Kresse is expected to take over on an interim basis.
- •Kresse joined Bayern as a scout in December 2024.
- •Bayern considers a long-term replacement while Kresse serves temporarily.
- •Christopher Vivell is under contract with Manchester United until the summer.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Christoph Kresse set to replace Nils Schmadtke as Bayern Munich’s chief scout
"FC Bayern could turn to an interim solution before scouting Schmadtke’s long-term successor.
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