Hasan Salihamidzic warns at the beginning of the “weeks of truth” to keep a cool head. He practically rules out the transfer of three top players in summer.
Hasan Salihamidzic increases the pressure at Bayern Munich at the beginning of the “weeks of truth”.
“The hot phase begins now,” the sports director told the kicker before the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 at Chelsea FC on Tuesday, “we’re watching where we have to do something.
The outcome of the duel with London’s top club will determine not only the future of coach Hansi Flick, but also the German champions’ summer transfers and possible contract extensions. Last season, the Bavarians had already failed in the round of sixteen against eventual Cup winners Liverpool FC (0-0/1-3).
Salihamidzic: “You can’t buy three top players in one year
The early exit was later an important reason for the separation from coach Niko Kovac. “Our ambition is to play a good role in the Champions League,” Salihamidzic said, adding confidently, “And to win it back.”
When planning the squad, he warned to keep a cool head. “You can’t buy three top players in one year,” he stressed. The Bavarians are still interested in the national players Leroy Sane and Kai Havertz. For the defence, American talent Sergino Dest (Ajax Amsterdam) and Leipzig’s Dayot Upamecano are under discussion.