HSV number six warns rivals: „It’ll get very nasty“ | OneFootball

Kofi Amoako has only been an HSV player for a few days. Even so, he already has a clear idea of how he wants to contribute on the pitch.

The 21-year-old, who was signed from Dynamo Dresden for around €1.8 million, does not define himself through goals or spectacular attacking moves. His strengths lie elsewhere: Amoako is strong in challenges, good at winning the ball back, and capable of covering an enormous amount of ground.

“I do the dirty work for the defense and the dirty work for the attack. Of course I enjoy doing that. Otherwise I wouldn’t be here,” the new signing said in a media round in Helsingør, Denmark. He said that while he used to enjoy scoring goals, he now sees his role differently. “I’d rather win the ball and make the game easier for the other guys. That’s how I became a professional.”

The same could also be said about his new teammate Nicolai Remberg. The 1.88-meter-tall first-choice holding midfielder was the Bundesliga’s yellow-card king last season and, more than almost anyone else, stands for uncompromising tackling. Amoako himself is 1.86 meters tall and brings a similar profile. Both thrive on their physicality and their willingness to shy away from no duel.

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Amoako names reason for HSV move

Accordingly, the new signing is looking forward with great interest to a possible partnership with his competitor. “It really appealed to me that a player like that plays in my position. I want to learn a lot from him. And hopefully play alongside him at some point, or in place of him,” said Amoako. The warning to opposing attacking lines followed immediately: “That’s going to be very uncomfortable.”

Despite his big ambitions, the Germany U20 international is remaining patient for now. “My first goal is simply to settle in. And then, at some point, to get on the pitch. There’s no timetable for me.”

The fact that he chose HSV despite having no guarantee of a regular starting spot was also down to the appreciation shown by those in charge. He was particularly impressed by his conversations with Claus Costa. “The difference compared to the other sporting directors was this: Claus Costa came to me. We met in person.”

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