Christoph Freund denies rumors of tense relationship with Max Eberl at Bayern Munich

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Bayern Munich's Christoph Freund has denied rumors of a strained relationship with Max Eberl, stating their collaboration is strong and productive. Freund emphasized their effective communication and shared goals in developing young players.

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Christoph Freund denies rumors of a rift with Max Eberl
Freund emphasizes strong collaboration and communication
The duo has worked together effectively for two years

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02 November 2025, Bavaria, Munich: Soccer: Bundesliga, general meeting of FC Bayern Munich. Bayern's Sports Director Christoph Freund (l, Bayern Munich) and Chief Sports Officer Max Eberl (Bayern Munich) wait for the Annual General Meeting to begin. The election of the executive committee is also on the agenda. Photo: Harry Langer/dpa (Photo by Harry Langer/picture alliance via Getty Images) Honestly, it is surprising it took this long for rumors like this to pop up. Bayern Munich have historically worked with both a board member for sport and a sporting director, but Hasan “Brazzo” Salihamidžić was an exception. Appointed as the club’s sporting director in 2017 and later accepting the role of board member for sport as well in 2020, there were multiple years in which Bayern operated with just one man in charge of the squad planning. When Brazzo was eventually let go, the Bavarians went back to their old ways, bringing in first Christoph Freund as sporting director and then Max Eberl as board member for sport. Were the duo going to have trouble working together? Is the fact that there are two people in charge going to cause friction? Those were perhaps the rumors the German media were looking to circle, but Eberl and Freund have worked together with nary a hint of a complaint or substantial disagreement in two years. Finally, following some reports about the uncertainty of Eberl’s future, the first murmurs of a rift started to emerge. Even then, the talk was of a “marriage of convenience” between the duo rather than any real dislike. Still, the report was given enough notoriety to be brought up to Freund in the press conference ahead of Bayern’s Bundesliga clash against . And it was quickly dismissed. “I was surprised. Our work together works very well,” Freund stated simply (as captured by ). “We’re seeing the results right now. We communicate well, work closely together, also with Vinny [Kompany]. Our goal was to give young players a chance. It’s all progressed very well. It’s fun working together. The important thing is that things are working internally.” There you have it. Another rumor debunked. And FC Hollywood keeps going, as per usual.

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What did Christoph Freund say about his relationship with Max Eberl?

Christoph Freund stated that their collaboration works very well and that they communicate effectively.

How long have Freund and Eberl been working together at Bayern Munich?

Freund and Eberl have been working together for two years without any significant complaints or disagreements.

What were the rumors surrounding Freund and Eberl at Bayern Munich?

Rumors suggested there might be friction between Freund and Eberl due to their dual leadership roles, but Freund dismissed these claims.

Christoph Freund denies rumors of tense relationship with Max Eberl at Bayern Munich

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