Major mix-up at HSV: ex-keeper now at his "peak" | OneFootball

From HSV's perspective, the personnel decision in hindsight seems like a classic misunderstanding: Daniel Peretz, only a backup keeper at Volkspark, is now experiencing the "peak" of his career.

During his six-month loan, the 25-year-old never managed to surpass the established Daniel Heuer Fernandes. Week after week, he was left on the bench. A situation that left its mark. "I had many mental difficulties," Peretz explained in an interview with transfermarkt.de. This also refers to his previous time at FC Bayern. Nevertheless, this phase shaped him. It "really made me stronger," said Peretz.

The fact that the goalkeeper had several options before his move to HSV indicates that his potential was recognized beyond Hamburg. However, at HSV, he was denied a breakthrough. The Israeli only stood between the posts for two DFB-Pokal matches.

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Peretz thrives after leaving HSV

At FC Southampton, Peretz is now a regular starter, impressing all around. He has already kept six clean sheets, and his team, after severe difficulties at the start of the season, is even in the running for promotion. The keeper himself feels very comfortable: "I am very happy. I feel better with each game. It seems like I have reached the peak of my career."

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The environment also fits. Peretz enjoys support from fans and teammates, feeling a great deal of trust. "I receive many messages. It's very nice, and it makes me feel at home," he describes his current situation.

Particularly remarkable is his view of the nearly two and a half years in Munich and Hamburg, where he received almost no playing time: "It wasn't easy, but I was strong in my mind. I used the time to learn and improve." Today, this development is paying off. Peretz even emphasizes: "I wouldn't want to undo that time."

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