‘Our impression of him is…’: What Polzin likes best about HSV gem Lemke | OneFootball

Louis Lemke is one of HSV’s big winners of the summer. The left-back, who is only 16 years old, is making the most of his chance in pre-season and is leaving a strong impression on coach Merlin Polzin.

One trait of the homegrown talent in particular seems to appeal to the coach: Lemke’s attitude and his behavior in decisive moments. “Our impression of him is very positive,” Polzin praised the youngster (via Mopo). “The way he carries himself is very refreshing. We think very highly of him.”

At the same time, the HSV coach wants to slow down the hype surrounding the teenager. Lemke impressed in the friendlies against Rapid Vienna (2–3), 1. FC Heidenheim (3–1) and Everton FC (1–2), but Polzin is aware of the challenges ahead. “Now it’s up to him how he handles it,” said the 35-year-old.

Positional rival Muheim is back at HSV

Meanwhile, Miro Muheim, the established first-choice player on the left flank, has returned from his World Cup break. Based on his experience and his standing within the team alone, the Swiss World Cup participant is naturally still ahead, and Lemke will first have to slot back into the hierarchy.

For Polzin, the immediate focus is on helping the talent make the transition into senior football. “He should learn, he should settle in, and he should establish his youthful style of play in adult football,” the coach said only recently.

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The fact that Lemke can already keep up at a high intensity despite his age has impressed those in charge. After training sessions, the left-footer even puts in extra work. New captain Nicolai Remberg in particular has taken the breakout youngster under his wing and is there for him as an advisor.

Muheim, too, is keeping a close eye on his rival’s development. “I heard that Louis has done well. I’m very happy about that,” the Swiss international said after returning from the World Cup. “He’s a good, lovely kid, he listens, learns a lot and extremely quickly. I want to keep helping him.”

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