Rumour: Kompany out at Man City
Kompany is left out of the squad for the Champions League defeat in Barcelona. Despite Kompany being fit and available to face Barcelona following a brief comeback against Everton, Guardiola put teenage defender Pablo Maffeo on the bench instead. Kompany is understood to have grown increasingly frustrated and was involved in an angry confrontation with Aleksandar Kolarov in training before the Manchester derby.
Ice Bucket Challenge: Vincent Kompany
Vincent Kompany accepts the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and nominates Jean-Claude Van Damme Marc Wilmots and Stromae.
New contract
Kompany signs a new contract with Manchester City. The five year deal is valued at more than 31 million pounds. He will reportedly be making about 120,000 pounds per week in base pay, in addition to potential bonuses:
This team is stronger now than it’s ever been; we have competition for places in every position and a dressing room full of exceptional, motivated people who want to continue making history together.