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Kahn set to replace Rummenigge as Bayern Munich CEO

Oliver Kahn looks set to replace Karl-Heinz Rummenigge as Bayern Munich CEO when the 63-year-old steps down in 2021.

Rummenigge has held the role since 2002, but has announced his intention to vacate his post when his current contract expires in two years.

“Yes, I will stop. This is also a good time to hand over the baton to Oli Kahn,” Rummenigge told Sky Sports.

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“The plan is for Olli to succeed me. He should be trained by me. He has been a very important player in Bavaria, he has taken a second educational path and is already on the road in business.