Right now, I think Bayern Munich is focused on the Bundesliga instead of the Champions League. Because Bayer Leverkusen achieved great success in the Bundesliga.-snip-
Apart from the fact that Bayern Munich failed to win the Bundesliga in the previous season, they are also playing with a new coach this season. Vincent Kompany is a good coach but I think we can't talk about the UCL yet because new coaches usually need time to adapt. I think the first realistic target is to win the Bundesliga. I think the club management wants Kompany to focus on the Bundesliga first. The UCL is a different level and I think if Kompany can give good results for the club, it will still take time to build a solid squad.
Failing to win the German Bundesliga last season I think means that Vincent Kompany will be considered as a good choice if he he can help the club win the league title this season. However, if he manages to also win the UEFA Champions League title which I think will be almost impossible for him, then that will be the best way to shut his critics up and announce himself to the global stage. Just like you said, I also think Vincent Kompany's first major target this season will be to win the league title and then fight for any other available trophy
Bayern's Vincent Kompany has a difficult assignment. He must stabilise Bundesliga performance. Falling to third last season? Its not Bayern Munich or what fans expect.
Its important to remember the Champions League. The biggest stage in club football. Its where Kompany can shine. Indeed, competition is strong. You have Real Madrids, Man City, and other major players. That makes it exciting. Thats why Bayern and Kompany should take on the challenge.
No guarantee they'll win it all this year. A deep run, semi-final, or quarter-final sent a message. This would show the world that Bayern is back and Kompany is their leader. Wouldnt that be the finest method to silence critics?
Yes, the Bundesliga matters. Its the foundation. But Champions League? Thats the trophy that everyone wants. Seasons are defined by the trophy. Kompany should pursue that trophy. Its about winning big, not simply winning.