Suddenly key again: Gnabry returns for FC Bayern | OneFootball

Serge Gnabry was in the spotlight at the Bundesliga opener of FC Bayern against RB Leipzig. With two assists and other strong scenes, he was one of the match winners in the 6:0 victory - even though he was considered a potential sale just a few weeks ago.

Alongside hat-trick scorer Harry Kane, double scorer Michael Olise and newcomer Luis Díaz, Gnabry also played a prominent role. The 30-year-old filled in for the injured Jamal Musiala in the number ten position - and impressed with dynamism, smart decisions, and a lot of offensive drive. He received praise from all sides for his performance.

Joshua Kimmich raved after the match: "When we went into the locker room at halftime, I already told him that he's playing an exceptionally good game. He made incredibly good decisions and was very dynamic. That was an outstanding performance!"

From the cut list to key player

That Gnabry is making headlines in this form was not a given. Last season, he rarely found his old strength, was no longer regularly considered for the starting lineup and thus came into the sales talks. But while Leroy Sané, Kingsley Coman, Mathys Tel, and Bryan Zaragoza left the club, Bayern's number 7 stayed.

In retrospect, a crucial move: Especially due to the departures and Musiala's long injury break, the record champion's offense is noticeably thinned out. With Díaz, Olise, Kane, and two talents from the campus, the selection without Gnabry would be much narrower.

Kompany counts on Gnabry

Coach Vincent Kompany made it clear after the Leipzig game that he does not underestimate the role of his offensive player: "Serge is a very underrated player. He has been important in big games for FC Bayern in the past and continues to be important. I'm not surprised and don't think he's much better than usual - this is his level."

With this, Kompany sends a clear signal: Gnabry should again be a fixed size in the plans. The flexible attacker, whose contract runs until 2026, could become indispensable in the thinly staffed offense - and has shown that he has the format for it.

The former potential sale has become a key player within a few weeks. A comeback that could be very valuable to FC Bayern this season.

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