Frank Ribery could join Dante as assistant coach of Bayern Munich's U-23 team, according to Bild.
What happened?
Dante is set to retire from playing and become the U-23 manager, with Ribery potentially joining him.
The rumor has been circulating around the Bayern Campus and is gaining momentum.
Ribery is open to a comeback to FC Bayern, having retired from football in 2022.
Why it matters for Frank Ribery
Ribery's potential return is controversial due to past allegations, including a rape charge in 2010.
He was acquitted of all charges, but his name was also mentioned in the "Epstein Files".
What comes next?
Ribery has been studying for his coaching badges at the Italian Football Federation technical center Coverciano.
He earned his UEFA A license in 2024, allowing him to coach women's teams and men's teams up to the third division.
As of February 2026, Ribery spoke about his future in coaching, preferring to start in Italy but remaining open to other avenues.
And a return to Munich could be attractive to the Bayern legend.
But the accusations against him may be enough to warrant barring him from any work at Bayern.
Bayern faced a similar situation with Jérôme Boateng, who was not hired as a coach due to fan pressure.
So the question remains whether Ribery's past will affect his potential return to the club.
The Frenchman has been out of football since 2024, after joining Salernitana's backroom staff.
He left the club to study full-time at Coverciano, pursuing his coaching career.
With Dante set to become the U-23 manager, Ribery's potential return could be a significant development for Bayern Munich.
But the controversy surrounding him may impact the decision.
As of now, a return is merely a rumor, and it remains to be seen whether it will materialize.