“Always causing a stir”: Netzer urges Hoeneß to step back from Bayern | OneFootball

Recent appearances and statements by Uli Hoeneß have caused much discussion at FC Bayern in recent weeks. Now, Bundesliga icon Günter Netzer speaks out - and makes a clear recommendation.

In recent weeks, honorary president Uli Hoeneß has repeatedly been in the spotlight, not because of sports-related issues, but through polarizing appearances. Sometimes he revealed transfer details, such as recently on "Doppelpass" on SPORT1 about the contract terms of Nicolas Jackson's loan. At other times, he publicly targeted sports director Max Eberl and described him as "quite sensitive" to criticism.

For Günter Netzer, this development is a clear signal. "He is simply still too closely connected with Bayern Munich," the 81-year-old explained on SPORT1. This closeness continually causes problems: "Uli Hoeneß repeatedly rubs people the wrong way with things that don't belong in the public domain, making it difficult for others in this job."

Netzer also does not believe that this pattern will change in the future. As long as Hoeneß stays close to the internal processes of the club, there will always be unwanted insights into the inner workings of the Munich team.

"That's just pure Uli Hoeneß"

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Despite his clear words, Netzer emphasized that Hoeneß's role in German football is unique. "He's a different type than me. He brings certain things into the public eye that I would rather discuss internally. Problems were taboo for me in public. But that's just pure Uli Hoeneß. You can't change him."

Netzer also pointed out the achievements of the long-time Bayern manager. "Through his behavior, he has stimulated a lot - for the good of football." Hoeneß has "significantly shaped" the German record champion and "created something incredible. This is a life's work that is unparalleled."

However, while Hoeneß's sporting successes remain undisputed, the patriarch has recently caused irritation with his public statements more and more often. Not only among his own officials, but he also faces criticism from other big names in German football.

Bayern between gratitude and generational change

The image of Uli Hoeneß is currently caught between recognition for a life's work and growing criticism of his public appearances. While Bayern fans are grateful to him for decades of success and his influential role, there is a growing call for a clearer withdrawal within the club and among experts.

Whether Hoeneß will actually step out of the limelight, however, remains questionable. So far, the 73-year-old has shown that he is not ready to completely silence his voice - even if it repeatedly causes unrest on Säbener Straße.

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