Who replaces Grønbaek? Two HSV stars best placed | OneFootball

Albert Grønbaek’s injury is a hard blow for HSV. The Dane had only just played a decisive role in the team’s first win of the season against Cologne with two assists.

Unfortunately, Grønbaek will now be sidelined for several weeks with a torn muscle fiber in his right thigh, suffered while on international duty with the Danish national team. Merlin Polzin must therefore replace arguably his most in-form attacking player. According to Bild, it is shaping up to be a straight battle between Otto Stange and Martin Adeline.

At first glance, Stange seems to have the stronger case. The 19-year-old can repeatedly create surprise moments with his bold and carefree style of play. The Hamburg native is also constantly looking for a route to goal, takes defenders on one-on-one, and brings a certain unpredictability. The only thing the teenager sometimes lacks is the necessary vision and composure in decision-making.

And yet: against opponents like Hoffenheim (October 10) or Stuttgart (October 17), spaces could open up for quick transition situations. That would undoubtedly suit Stange.

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Adeline still waiting for HSV breakthrough

But Adeline, too, can fancy his chances. The Frenchman arrived on the Elbe this summer with high expectations. Signed as Ligue 2’s top scorer for a fee of around four million euros, the 22-year-old was supposed to give HSV additional creativity. So far, however, Adeline has not found his footing at all this season.

Even so, those in charge value his qualities. The playmaker is constantly on the move, attacks open spaces, and uses his runs to create better options for his teammates. This profile can be particularly valuable against deep-lying opponents.

The friendly against FC Copenhagen on October 4 could already provide an initial indication. With Stange away with Germany’s U20 national team, Adeline is likely to start for the time being. But that is still far from settling the battle for Grønbaek’s position.

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