The Burnley manager is due to be confirmed as new Bayern coach this week.
Papin, now an advisor to Marseille, told Ouest-France: "What if I'm surprised? No. Nothing is done by chance at Bayern. They want to start a new cycle.
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"They are going to let senior players go and relaunch with a new, younger coach, a new squad.
"Kompany has already proven that he has the shoulders. I validate this choice."