Bayern Munich have been urged to steer clear of appointing Jose Mourinho as Niko Kovac’s successor, with Lothar Matthaus claiming that former Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri would be “the most exciting solution”.
The Bundesliga champions find themselves back in the market for a new manager after opting to part with ways with Kovac.
Numerous candidates have been mooted as potential options to fill a high-profile post at the Allianz Arena.
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Ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid coach Mourinho is considered to be a leading contender, along with the likes of Arsenal legend Arsene Wenger, Ajax manager Erik ten Hag and Allegri.