Bayern Munich's crucial Champions League semi-final first leg against Paris Saint-Germain will have an unexpected figure leading the touchline. With manager Vincent Kompany suspended, assistant coach Aaron Danks is expected to step into the spotlight and take charge of the sideline operations in Paris.

This situation highlights the unique, collaborative structure Kompany has built at Bayern. Unlike a traditional setup with a clear "number two," Kompany relies on a quartet of specialists. Aaron Danks, who focuses on set-pieces and often relays instructions during matches, is the most visible. He's no stranger to the hot seat, having served as interim manager twice during his time at Aston Villa.

He's supported by Floribert N'Galula, Kompany's long-time training lieutenant; tactical analyst René Marić; and chief analyst Daniel Fradley. This semi-final will be a major test of this fluid system, requiring seamless coordination to navigate a high-stakes clash against Kylian Mbappé and a powerful PSG side. All eyes will be on Danks and his colleagues as they look to steer Bayern to a positive result without their head coach on the bench.