It took two weeks in the job for Vincent Kompany to decide that he would become a better manager than he ever was a player.
Even if confidence has never been a problem, that was quite a statement he was texting to friends. They believed him though.
‘When he puts his mind to something, he leaves no stone unturned,’ one said — and this week Kompany’s mind has darted towards inflicting more pain on Manchester United. Burnley, the high-risk new boys who have lost all three home games, are waiting for their season to ignite.