Bayern Munich: Predicted lineup for opening clash against Gladbach

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Bayern Munich begin the Bundesliga title defense against Borussia Monchengladbach on Friday. (Photo by CHRISTOF STACHE/AFP via Getty Images) /

The Bundesliga is back after a long break of three months. There has been a coaching upheaval at various clubs during the summer, while squads have witnessed changes due to the transfer window. Bayern Munich begins the campaign as title favourites, but rivals will pose a significant challenge this season.

Die Roten also witnessed a coaching change this summer as Julian Nagelsmann arrived in Bavaria to replace Hansi Flick. The German Champions paid a world-record fee for the young German coach after Flick decided to leave the club to manage the German National team.

Nagelsmann has built a good reputation in the Bundesliga with his phenomenal work at RB Leipzig and Hoffenheim. The young coach will be expected to deliver silverware in Bavaria, so it will be intriguing to see his journey. Rekordmeister is planning long-term with Nagelsmann as he was handed a five-year contract.

The first challenge for Nagelsmann will be to get the first victory as Bayern coach. The pre-season preparations have been far from perfect for Die Roten, but the majority of the squad is available for the first game against Borussia Monchengladbach at Borussia Park on Friday. Let us look at the possible team for Die Roten in Nagelsmann’s first competitive game.