"No weak links: Rummenigge full of praise for Bayern squad" | OneFootball

Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has assessed the current situation at FC Bayern and has taken a clear stance on the squad discussion. Despite ongoing criticism of the supposedly too thinly staffed squad, the long-time CEO sees Munich as well-equipped.

"I am convinced that we will continue to be successful. When I look at the starting eleven, I have to say: We have no weaknesses!" Rummenigge explained in an interview with the tz. The 69-year-old also does not view the deliberately smaller squad size as a disadvantage: "I even see it as an advantage that the squad has shrunk a bit. When I see a young player like Lennart Karl, it warms my heart – it warms every Bayern fan's heart. Why should I put someone in front of him for 80 million euros?"

Kimmich on Bayern squad: "Quality-wise, it looks very good"

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The topic is also being discussed within the team. Joshua Kimmich admitted that the personnel situation has become tighter but emphasized the quality: "The squad has become thinner in terms of numbers, we all know that. But quality-wise, it looks very good." With an eye on the Champions League, he warned: "We are dependent on the players staying fit. Last year we had many injuries in the crucial phase, so I hope it looks better this year in February, March, April."

CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen also defended the cost-saving strategy: "Maybe the squad is not as broad as it used to be, but it gives young players a chance, and that's exactly what we want, and I'm glad about that."

Strong season start as an argument

Bayern has so far provided strong arguments for the chosen path. After four Bundesliga games, they have twelve points and a goal difference of 18:3. In the Champions League, the Munich team also started convincingly with a 3:1 victory against Chelsea. Whether the reduced squad depth will become a risk over the course of the season remains to be seen – but Rummenigge is convinced: The record champions have everything needed for titles.

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