Dante departs OGC Nice to manage Bayern Munich’s U23 team

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Dante departs OGC Nice to manage Bayern Munich’s U23 team
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Dante, 42, will leave OGC Nice to take over as manager of Bayern Munich’s U23 squad, as confirmed on June 3. His playing career concluded with a victory, as Nice defeated AS Saint-Étienne 4-1, securing Ligue 1 status for next season. After a decade with Nice, where he made 329 appearances, Dante has pursued coaching qualifications while recovering from knee issues that limited him to 19 games this season. His successful tenure at Bayern included a UEFA Champions League title and four Bundesliga championships. He looks to transition into management in Bavaria.

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  • Dante has played 329 matches for OGC Nice, more than any other club.
  • He ended his playing career on a positive note with a 4-1 win over AS Saint-Étienne.
  • He won the UEFA Champions League and multiple Bundesliga titles during his time at Bayern Munich.
  • Dante has been working on his coaching badges while playing.
  • He has battled knee problems this season, making only 19 appearances.
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Dante’s (42) playing career ended on a positive note on Friday as OGC Nice beat AS Saint-Étienne (4-1) to retain their place in Ligue 1 for next season. 10 years after joining Nice, he will leave ...

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