Nightmare start for HSV: Jarolim lays down clear demands for Polzin! | OneFootball

The playful approach of HSV is increasingly being criticized due to lack of results. Former captain David Jarolim also expressed his opinion.

The false start of Hamburger SV is causing the first signs of unrest in the club environment - and clear words from club legend David Jarolim. The former captain, who completed a whopping 344 competitive matches for the Red Shorts, was live at the bitter 0:5 in Munich. The verdict of the current TV expert at Nova Sport is correspondingly clear: "I am very disappointed, I would have wished for more resistance."

After only one point from the first three league games, Jarolim sees urgent need for action. Above all, the tactical orientation does not convince him. "They should abandon the three-man chain and return to the four-man chain. HSV is still too unfamiliar with the formation, the defense urgently needs more stability," the Czech makes clear.

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Jarolim still trusts Polzin

In addition, the 46-year-old advocates for more experience on the field. Players like Robert Glatzel in attack or Jonas Meffert in defensive midfield could provide important impulses with their routine. Jarolim also hopes that coach Merlin Polzin presents a clear solution for the attack: "HSV should play with a proper center forward. If Poulsen is injured, Glatzel has to step in." He highlighted substitute Rayan Philippe positively, who showed pace and energy after his substitution.

Jarolim particularly painfully evaluates the summer departures. Neither Davie Selke, who moved to Istanbul, nor midfield engine Ludovit Reis have been adequately replaced. "I would have definitely kept Selke, he was enormously important on and off the field," says the former midfielder.

Despite his criticism, Jarolim supports the young coaching team around Polzin. He is convinced that the young crew can overcome the crisis. If they are given the necessary time for it. Before the duel with Heidenheim, however, it is clear: "HSV is already condemned to win."

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