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Manchester United considers Bayern assistant Aaron Danks for coaching staff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 10:17 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Manchester United considers Bayern assistant Aaron Danks for coaching staff

Summary

Manchester United is reportedly interested in bringing Bayern Munich assistant Aaron Danks to the club. Danks recently filled in for Vincent Kompany during the latter's illness and has impressed during that time. Despite speculation, he is not being looked at as a replacement for current manager Michael Carrick. Should United choose to retain Carrick, Danks' prior experience working with him at Middlesbrough could facilitate a move. Danks is currently contracted with Bayern until 2029, raising questions about his willingness to depart at this time.

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•Danks has recently managed Bayern's team in Kompany's absence.
•United is not considering Danks as a managerial replacement.
•Danks and Carrick previously worked together at Middlesbrough.
•Danks is under contract with Bayern until 2029.
•Interest from United highlights potential changes in coaching staff.

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10:17 AMYahoo Sports — Man United eye Bayern assistant Aaron Danks as potential addition to Carrick’s backroom staff

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Aaron Danks has recently underlined his importance to Vincent Kompany’s backroom staff, stepping in to take charge for five games during the 40-year-old Belgian coach's absence due to illness.As rep...
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