Extend or sell? HSV face key decision over star player | OneFootball

HSV star Miro Muheim traveled to the World Cup with big ambitions. But so far, the tournament has been a sporting and personal disappointment for the Swiss international.

The 28-year-old had done everything possible to be there in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. After suffering a syndesmosis injury in April, Muheim fought his way back in time for the end of the season and earned a place in the Swiss national team squad. However, his hard-earned World Cup debut has gone only slightly according to plan.

In the opening match against Qatar, the left-back scored an unfortunate own goal after coming on as a substitute. Muheim then faced heavy criticism on social media. Shortly afterward came the next setback: a calf injury sidelined him. He already missed the second group match, and another appearance in the current tournament is also doubtful at the moment.

While Muheim fights for his return, those in charge at HSV are watching the situation very closely. That is because the left-footer remains one of the most important players in the squad. In the left wing-back role, he is virtually the only option, with the Rothosen having very few alternatives. On top of that comes his importance in attack: Muheim regularly creates danger from set pieces and crosses.

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HSV wants to prevent him from leaving on a free transfer

The catch: the defender’s contract only runs until 2027. That means the time is approaching when a fundamental decision will have to be made. If Muheim extends his contract, HSV could continue building long-term around one of their key players. If no agreement is reached, the club would have to consider a sale to avoid losing him for nothing. kicker goes a step further and reports that the Hanseatic club is “by no means” willing to let their leader leave on a free transfer.

And even though Muheim has a market both in Germany and abroad, such an undertaking has not become any easier in recent days. The World Cup was actually supposed to further increase the Swiss player’s market value. That now seems highly unlikely. Muheim nevertheless remains a key player for HSV. All the more intriguing, then, is the question of which path the club and the player will choose.

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