"It's a shame that Guardiola will leave Bayern," Beckenbaue

The Germany legend says the current Bayern Munich side has been built by the coach and will be disappointed to see him goes, but is pleased with the replacement lined up

Franz Beckenbauer is disappointed by the news of Pep Guardiola's decision to leave Bayern Munich but believes Carlo Ancelotti is the "perfect replacement".

Bayern announced on Sunday that Guardiola will leave the Allianz Arena at the end of the season, with former Real Madrid and Chelsea boss Ancelotti due to succeed the Spaniard.

Ancelotti says it is an "honour" to be taking helm of the club next season and wished the current boss good luck for the rest of the campaign.

Guardiola's legacy in Bavaria – two Bundesliga titles and two Champions League semi-finals in two years – is substantial, but Beckenbauer is convinced Ancelotti has the tools to maintain the high standards of the ex-Barcelona boss.

"It's a shame that Guardiola will leave Bayern," Beckenbauer wrote on his official Facebook page.

"The team as it is, that's all his work. He built this team, his thoughts and ideas are the foundation.

"But that's the way it is. You cannot hold on to someone forever. And Bayern have secured the perfect replacement in Ancelotti."

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