Notably, Munich had sacked Niko Kovac back in November following a poor start to the season. Post his departure, Flick was named interim manager but the impact Kovac has had on the team has been positive so far.
As of now, assistant head coach Hans Flick will take charge of the team.
Bayern have been less active than Dortmund in the transfer market, and the lack of high-profile new signings prompted criticism from star striker Robert Lewandowski as the club chases Manchester City winger Leroy Sane.
Bayern Munich exploited a brief lapse in AEK Athens' determined defense to score twice in two minutes for a 2-0 win in the Champions League, easing pressure on the Bundesliga champions and coach Niko Kovac.
The German league desperately needs a challenger to come forward.
