Jurgen Klopp almost took charge of Bayern Munich as long ago as 2008, according to president Uli Hoeness.
"Personally, I have a high opinion of Jurgen Klopp," he told reporters.
"Many years ago we agreed on a collaboration together, but we ended up signing Jurgen Klinsmann instead. There I showed I respect him and his work a lot."
Rejected by Munich, Klopp instead joined Borussia Dortmund where he enjoyed great success.