Miroslav Klose appointed Bayern Munich as a new assistant coach

BERLIN: Bundesliga club Bayern Munich have appointed Miroslav Klose as their new assistant coach. Klose, 41, will be head coach Hansi Flick's new assistant coach from July 1.

The former Germany striker's contract will run until June 30, 2021. Furthermore, 31-year-old Danny Rohl's contract as assistant coach has been extended to June 30 2023.

"It feels very good, I'm very much looking forward to the task. Hansi Flick and I have known each other very well since our years together in the German national team. We trust each other, both professionally and personally.

"For me this is the next step in my career as a coach. I hope that I can use my experience to make an important contribution in helping FC Bayern achieve our sporting goals," said Klose in an official statement. IANS