Defensive shortage at Bayern: How will Kompany solve the backline puzzle? | OneFootball

The personnel concerns in defense are growing for FC Bayern. Before the away game at TSG Hoffenheim (Saturday, 3:30 PM), Vincent Kompany has to improvise once again. After Alphonso Davies, Hiroki Ito, and Raphael Guerreiro, Josip Stanišić is now also out with a knee injury.

The left side of the defense resembles a hospital ward. Alphonso Davies is still working on his comeback after his cruciate ligament tear, Hiroki Ito is also in recovery, Raphael Guerreiro is out due to an abdominal muscle injury – and now Josip Stanisic has been hit as well. The Croatian had to leave the field with ligament problems during the 3-1 win against Chelsea in the Champions League. A return is expected only after the next international break.

Kompany remained calm despite the thin personnel situation: “We will solve this with the guys we have.” At the same time, the Belgian admitted: “There aren't many options left.”

Laimer as a Permanent Solution – Boey with a New Chance

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Konrad Laimer is now particularly in demand. The Austrian, originally at home in midfield, has long developed into a versatile weapon. Against Chelsea, he moved to the left side of defense after Stanisic's exit and impressed. “He has been very stable and very flexible for us for a long time, solving a lot with his intensity,” praised Kompany.

Besides Laimer, Sacha Boey is likely to get another chance. The Frenchman was recently considered a poor acquisition, but he delivered a surprisingly strong performance against Chelsea. Aggressive in tackles, bold in advancing – enough arguments for Kompany to start him in Hoffenheim as well.

It is clear: Despite the absence of four defenders, Kompany exudes calmness. With Laimer and Boey, he relies on two players who have convinced with flexibility and commitment in recent weeks. Whether the defensive puzzle fits together against the in-form TSG Hoffenheim will be decided on Saturday afternoon.

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