Lennart Karl is currently in his first season as a professional. The youngster is impressing at FC Bayern and has made the leap into the DFB squad. Former national team player Lukas Podolski is now raving about him
It’s no wonder, as Karl has already shown what he can do in DFB kit. His tight dribbles are delighting the fans, and he has already scored numerous points for Bayern. 16 after the game against Freiburg
Lukas Podolski, who told the Abendzeitung München newspaper at a sponsor meeting: „He brings a lot to the table, is carefree and has wit. I always think it should be based on performance – regardless of whether a player is 17, 18 or 25. It should be based on character and wit: does he fit into the team or not – and then age doesn’t matter.“
Podolski calls for more support for young players
At least the criteria demanded by Podolski seem to fit with Karl. That’s why he also convinced the national coach and seems to have a good chance of participating in the World Cup. „Of course he’s still a bit immature and inexperienced, but that’s normal. I was like that in my younger years too, then I learned a lot through mistakes and other things. He’ll go through the same thing.“ Basically, Germany should be happy that „we have such players“ and „support and encourage them“, Podolski added
In general, the ex-Bayern striker, who is currently still playing in Poland, is very happy with the way FCB itself is dealing with the youngster. „He always makes his appearances and does well, goes his own way. Asserting himself at Bayern at such a young age shows strength and character.“ In general, it is „nice to see that more and more young players are getting the chance to play in Germany.“
This could be a way forward for both the DFB and FC Bayern. And Karl could play a key role in this. He also showed this in the match in Freiburg on Saturday, which Bayern won 3:2. Karl once again played cheekily and freely, had a goal or two up his sleeve and ultimately decided the game with his winning goal in stoppage time. He even showed striker qualities here, sneaking away from his opponent perfectly and finishing in the right place.