Flood of goals conceded in friendlies: HSV set to sign a defensive leader! | OneFootball

It has been clear for some time that HSV wants to sign another center-back. The test match debacle against Lyon now shows once again how urgent this undertaking is.

From HSV's point of view, the 0-4 defeat against Olympique Lyon was a harsh reality check. Above all, the defense presented itself in a desolate state against the sixth-placed team in Ligue 1 and made mistake after mistake.

How fitting that sports director Stefan Kuntz had already announced before the game that he wanted to sign two more newcomers: Ideally, a right-back and a man for the defense should come this week. The subsequent performance against Lyon underscored the need for action mentioned by Kuntz more clearly than many observers had previously assumed.

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Because, above all, in the defensive center, there is still a lack of stability and leadership. No center-back has been able to assert himself sustainably so far. Daniel Elfadli, Jordan Torunarigha, and youngster Aboubaka Soumahoro all made mistakes, also in the previous tests against Copenhagen (0:1) and Sturm Graz (1:2). The consequence: According to Bild information, HSV is specifically looking for an experienced defense chief who can take on responsibility immediately and organize the partly young team.

There is also a need for action on the right side of the defense. Accordingly, the Bundesliga suitability of William Mikelbrencis is increasingly being questioned within the club. Silvan Hefti is playing a decent preparation, but after a weak preseason, he is considered a candidate for a departure. Therefore, a clear number one for the right side is being sought!

Thus, two more players are expected to join the six newcomers in the next few days. It is completely unclear who it could be. There are hardly any rumors around the Rothosen at the moment.

One thing is certain: In view of the previous test match misery, HSV will hardly sign a talented young player who first needs to be introduced to the team!

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