Sacha Boey has been waiting for his next competitive match for FC Bayern since the beginning of November, an unusually long dry spell that is increasingly raising questions – and which is apparently due to far more than just bad luck with injuries. Officially, the Munich club justify the Frenchman’s absence with health problems, but internally the issue appears to be far more complex
According to information from kicker, there was an incident weeks ago that is said to have strained the relationship between Boey and the coaching team. According to the report, the right-back was too slow to prepare for a planned substitution and took too much time – with the result that Vincent Kompany withdrew the substitution at short notice. An incident that is rare in professional soccer and is said to have caused considerable internal resentment
Such situations do not remain without consequences in the highly sensitive Bayern environment. According to reports from within the club, similar actions have become more frequent, which is said to have shaken the confidence of the coaching staff in the reliability of the 25-year-old. This is a serious factor, especially under Kompany, who places great value on discipline, clear procedures and absolute commitment
There is also a structural problem that makes Boey’s position at the German record champions even more difficult. In its squad planning, FC Bayern increasingly relies on polyvalent players who can fill several roles. Boey, on the other hand, can be deployed almost exclusively as a classic right-back. In a squad that is designed for flexibility and tactical variability, this considerably reduces his chances of being deployed
Illness as an additional setback
The current situation is also particularly bitter from a health perspective. As reported by tz, Boey has been suffering from a rare and protracted gastrointestinal illness for weeks. This has not only limited his ability to train, but has also led to a noticeable loss of weight. A circumstance that further delays a return to Bundesliga level and exacerbates the already difficult situation
So while Boey is struggling physically, a new sporting reality seems to have long since established itself at FC Bayern. The competitive situation at full-back remains tense, while other players enjoy the confidence of the coaching team. For Boey, this means that even if he makes a full recovery, a quick return to the starting eleven is by no means guaranteed
Bayern sound out the market
With this in mind, it is hardly surprising that Bayern are looking closely at a possible departure for the Frenchman, according to tz. The club is still looking for a buyer with a view to resolving the issue in the winter or summer at the latest. One possible trail leads to England. Premier League club Crystal Palace are said to be keeping a close eye on the situation, even though no concrete offer has yet been made
Sporting director Christoph Freund could play a decisive role in this. The Austrian has a good relationship with Palace coach Oliver Glasner, which could facilitate talks. Whether this will actually result in a transfer remains to be seen.