Dreesen at Munich Press Club: A Clear View of the Rathausbalcony
Munich, July 29 – On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, Jan-Christian Dreesen, CEO of FC Bayern, attended the prestigious Munich Press Club e.V. for a discussion with approximately 60 journalists. The event, held in rooms overlooking Marienplatz, offered a direct view of the Rathausbalcony, the iconic location where FC Bayern celebrates its title victories with fans.
Financial Independence: A Core Tenet of FC Bayern’s DNA
During the discussion, Dreesen emphatically reaffirmed FC Bayern’s core philosophy of never spending more money than it earns. “The ‘Festgeldkonto’ (fixed-term deposit account) is a metaphor – we want to remain independent. Self-determination is deeply embedded in the DNA of this club,” Dreesen stated. He acknowledged the increasing difficulty of maintaining this approach amidst international competition, where other clubs can invest significantly more. However, he stressed that FC Bayern would never become dependent on major investors. The club’s primary objective, in all its endeavors, is “to offer our fans inspiring football.” He emphasized that it’s not about “earning as much money as possible, but about bringing joy to people.”
Addressing Transfer Rumors and Praising Kompany’s Work
Dreesen dismissed rumors regarding potential transfers, specifically quashing speculation about Michael Olise moving to Real Madrid (“there was zero contact, of course he stays”) and similar reports concerning Luis Diaz. He also commended the work of head coach Vincent Kompany, noting that “with him, the coach is not the star, but the team.” Furthermore, Dreesen praised the talent development efforts at the FC Bayern Campus led by Jochen Sauer.
Challenging the ‘Arrogance’ Label and Fan Engagement
The CEO engaged in a discussion about why FC Bayern is now perceived as less arrogant than in the past. “If you say you always want to win, that has nothing to do with arrogance – that’s an attitude,” Dreesen explained, adding, “and in my opinion, that is now being recognized.” He underscored the club’s growing appeal by citing the latest ticket requests for the current season. “For our game in the Allianz Arena against Dortmund, we have 350,000 orders, and away, the lowest demand is 60,000 tickets – we could fill every away stadium with our own fans alone.”
Views on International Football and Women’s Bundesliga
Regarding the recent World Cup, Dreesen expressed his support for the 48-team tournament but questioned a potential expansion to 64 nations, stating, “You have to find a balance between quantity and quality.” He approved of Jürgen Klopp’s appointment as the new national coach, humorously remarking, “Jürgen Klopp said he wants to achieve many victories – for that, he will need many FC Bayern players.”
Concerning discussions within the new Women’s Bundesliga association about potentially introducing playoff games, Dreesen indicated that no decision had been made. “Personally, I am more of a traditionalist and believe that whoever is at the top at the end of all match days of a season deserves the title.” He highlighted the FC Bayern women’s recent “Allianz Women Tour” in Tokyo, Japan, as an important signal of the team’s ability to reach people worldwide. The next milestone for the FCB women is scheduled for August 9, with a friendly match against FC Paris and an attractive supporting program marking a new era at the Sportpark Unterhaching.
Source: FC Bayern Munich AG
