The head coach had earlier this year been sacked by KV Mechelen after a poor run of form, but somehow managed to find himself in charge of steering Anderlecht into Europe and winning them the cup.

Kompany's commitment to a style of play akin to Guardiola's City template has come in for criticism but Davies insists Anderlecht will not divert from their chosen path because of poor results.

Eyebrows were raised when Anderlecht announced that Besnik Hasi would return to manage the side for the play-offs and the cup ...