Costa explains: Why HSV triggered Omari’s buy option | OneFootball

When HSV loaned Warmed Omari from Stade Rennes last summer, the excitement among many fans was limited. Given his extensive injury history, there was a sense of skepticism.

But after just a few weeks, it became clear: the central defender was capable of much more than his recent performance stats suggested. 556 consecutive competitive minutes, confident performances, and a remarkable composure on the ball quickly made Omari a key figure in an almost completely rebuilt HSV defense. However, at the end of September, a serious ankle injury sidelined him.

Nevertheless, on Tuesday HSV exercised the purchase option agreed with Rennes for 2.2 million. “His consistency and high fundamental quality have impressed us from day one,” said sporting director Claus Costa afterwards in a media round. Omari had been “one of our most reliable players up until his injury.” For the sporting management, it was clear early on that they wanted to secure the 25-year-old for the long term. “We have now brought this process forward,” said Costa.

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Omari on HSV comeback: “I was free in my mind”

Omari repaid this trust with a rock-solid comeback. In the top match against FC Bayern Munich (2:2), the central defender slotted in seamlessly after being substituted on and immediately took on responsibility. “When your name is called, you have to be ready,” said the Comoros international afterwards to HSV.de. There was no sign of doubt about his ankle: “I was free in my mind and able to give my 100 percent.”

The defender explicitly welcomes the fact that things will continue with the Red Shorts until 2029. “My family and I are very happy about the permanent signing, because we feel extremely comfortable here in Hamburg,” he emphasized. His ambition for the coming months and years: “I want to continue developing athletically with this club.” Omari can take the first step as early as Saturday against 1. FC Heidenheim (3:30 p.m., Sky). Due to the yellow card suspension of regular starter Nicolas Capaldo, he is likely to move into the starting eleven.

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