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Fans outraged: Boateng's internship at Bayern causes protests!
Ex-Bayern star Jérôme Boateng is planning a coaching internship. Fans protest violently and show their rejection in the stadium.
Fans outraged: Boateng's internship at Bayern causes protests!
The discussion surrounding Jérôme Boateng, the former FC Bayern defender, is suddenly back at the top of the German football agenda. After Boateng ends his active career, he plans to intern at FC Bayern in order to further his training as a coach. This news not only caused excitement, but also caused a storm of indignation among the club's fans. The evening newspaper reports that the active fan scene is against the return of the former professional.
Boateng, who previously played at Manchester City under coach Vincent Kompany, would like to attend training for a few days at his invitation. Kompany has already assured Boateng of his support. But the positive vision for the exceptional player's professional future is vehemently rejected by certain parts of the fan base. During a game against Borussia Dortmund, the Ultras unfurled a clear protest banner that read: “Whoever gives the perpetrator space bears his guilt – Boateng fuck off.”
The background of the protests
The resistance to Boateng's planned internship is not unfounded. In 2024 he was convicted of intentionally causing bodily harm to his ex-girlfriend. Despite this conviction, he was only given a warning and has no criminal record. This fact causes a lot of debate among fans, and quite a few believe that such behavior should not be tolerated in football. The mirror reports that there is even a petition online that speaks out against Boateng's internship.
Despite these opposing voices, FC Bayern remains fundamentally open to the idea of an internship. Board boss Jan-Christian Dreesen confirmed that Boateng will actually observe some training sessions. In his statements, Dreesen emphasized that this was a “complicated case” and that everyone deserves the chance for rehabilitation. This attitude is reminiscent of a similar debate two years ago when Boateng completed a trial training session, which also met with mixed reactions.
What's next?
The debate about Jérôme Boateng's return raises fundamental questions about responsibility and rehabilitation in sport. While some fans like FC Bayern's Ultras vehemently stick to their positions, there are others who support a chance for a new beginning. From a methodological point of view, it remains to be seen how the situation will develop and whether the protests will have an impact on the club's plans. The successful outcome of his coaching internship could also potentially help to change the discourse on such topics and open up new perspectives for a player who was celebrated for his previous achievements but has now been cast in a very critical light.