Flick mulls future after Bayern exit

Berlin, Germany - Bayern Munich head coach Hansi Flick has admitted he is considering his future after the holders were knocked out of the Champions League by PSG. "Everyone understands that I am thinking about my future," Flick told Sky TV on Tuesday.

Flick has been under noticeable strain in recent weeks with tensions running high between him and Bayern sports director Hasan Salihamidzic. The 56 year old Flick has also been tipped to become Germany's next head coach when Joachim Loew steps down after the Euro 2020 finals this summer.

For now, Flick, whose Bayern contract runs until 2023, says he 'first wants to process the elimination' and 'assess the situation. I also have my own ideas'.

Under Flick, Bayern won all six titles available in the last 12 months, defeating PSG in last season's Champions League final. However, elimination from both the Champions League and German Cup means only the Bundesliga is still in play with leaders Bayern five points clear and on course to win the German league for the ninth straight year.

Flick hinted he is unhappy with the situation at Bayern: "My family, no matter what I would do, would always support me... what matters to them is that I enjoy my job".

Clear the air talks are planned in Munich between Flick and Bayern board member Oliver Kahn.

No date has been set, 'but I have time. If he (Kahn) feels like chatting with me, he's welcome to do so', Flick added.

Before kick-off in Paris, Flick was eager to play down his feud with Salihamidzic.

"This is not about 'Brazzo' (Salihamidzic) or me, it's about the club. “He does his job, I do mine," said Flick. "We are concentrating on what is important for the club," he added.