After starting: does Glatzel see a future at HSV? | OneFootball

Does Robert Glatzel still have a future at HSV? After his surprising start in the lineup in the 1-1 draw against FC Augsburg, that question is more relevant than ever.

From a sporting perspective, Glatzel certainly made a small statement. He delivered right away, setting up Ransford Königsdörffer’s equalizer and once again showing how well the strike duo can work together. In the 3-2 home win over Union Berlin in February, Glatzel had already provided an assist for his teammate.

Even so, the veteran has started only four times this season. At HSV, who were only just promoted, the key factors are work rate, pressing, and flexibility in the pressing game. Merlin Polzin therefore prefers striker types like Damion Downs or Königsdörffer. That is unlikely to change significantly in the near future.

According to the Hamburger Abendblatt, there is therefore a strong case that Glatzel and the Rothosen will part ways in the summer – despite his contract running until 2027.

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Glatzel could have left HSV on several occasions

The 32-year-old had several chances to leave the club in the past. In 2022, he could have joined FC Schalke, in 2023 VfB Stuttgart, and in 2024 FC Augsburg. But Glatzel repeatedly made a conscious decision to stay in Hamburg, also out of loyalty to the fans and the club’s environment. That makes his clear remarks in an interview with Mopo a few weeks ago all the more notable. He said he definitely did not want to experience another season like this one.

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His start against Augsburg is unlikely to change much. As soon as the next game against VfB Stuttgart (12 April, 5:30 p.m.) he could find himself back on the bench.

So at the moment, many signs point to a departure. Both sides want to speak again after the season, but the direction seems clear: Glatzel wants to be on the pitch more often again!

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