Thomas Tuchel confirms that Eric Dier is in Munich, but is still slowing down. The FCB coach also comments on the Kaiser. The PK for reading.
- FC-Bayern-PK before the game against TSG Hoffenheim with Thomas Tuchel
- “Even though Eric is in town, it’s not over yet”: Tuchel brakes Dier
- Tuchel confirms: Eric Dier in Munich
- The press conference for reading.
The press conference is over.
11:19 a.m.: Noussair Mazraoui has now left for the Africa Cup of Nations. Is there a risk that the Moroccan will be used even though he is not yet 100 percent fit? Tuchel explains that FC Bayern’s doctors are in contact with those responsible in Morocco and are giving them recommendations. “But it’s written on a piece of paper or an email and I wouldn’t be surprised if they suddenly forgot about it,” says Tuchel with a smile.
11:17 a.m.: What does Tuchel hope for from the training camp in Portugal? “I just like training camps, especially in warmer regions. “This gives us the chance to work on details without immediately cooling down,” says Tuchel, explaining the advantages. FC Bayern travels to Portugal on Sunday for a short trip.
Pavlovic and Coman fit: Tuchel can probably draw on the full potential
11.15 a.m.: Who will be FC Bayern’s biggest title rivals this season? In addition to Bayer Leverkusen, Tuchel also does not underestimate VfB Stuttgart and RB Leipzig. The Bayern coach believes both teams can have a long winning streak.
11.12 a.m.: Kingsley Coman and Aleksandar Pavlovic are expected to be ready for action tomorrow. The two professionals were slightly injured during the week. Apart from the long-term injuries and absentees, Tuchel does not expect any absences. The FCB coach also saw a huge step forward in training last week compared to the friendly against Basel last week.
“Even if Eric is in town, it’s not over yet”: Tuchel slows down on Dier
11.10 a.m.: Ottmar Hitzfeld turns 75 tomorrow. Will Tuchel remain FCB coach for as long as the Swiss? “It has become very difficult these days. But of course he is also a legend of FC Bayern,” says Tuchel.
11:08 a.m.: Tuchel explains his statements after the Basel game regarding transfer activities. “Patience is not my strongest virtue. Every coach always wants to have all the players on the first day, but that will never happen. I have become more patient than before. I know how complicated the transfer business has become. Even though Eric is in town, it’s not over yet. If he signs, we’ll be really looking forward to it. We always try to get things going. Not just transfers, but also content-related things. We have ambitious goals,” explains the FCB coach.
11:07 a.m: Thomas Tuchel explains that he did not have any close, personal contact with Beckenbauer. However, the FCB coach emphasizes the importance of the Kaiser for German football and takes his hat off to Beckenbauer’s life’s work.
11.05 a.m.: What is Eric Dier bringing with him to Munich? “He has recently become a central defense specialist. This frees up Leon Goretzka for midfield again,” says Tuchel, explaining the Englishman’s advantages.
Tuchel confirms: Eric Dier in Munich
11:03 a.m.: “It is a situation that is difficult to grasp. He has an incredible life’s work. I’m too young to have experienced him as a player. It has a dimension, a scope that cannot be grasped. It will be very emotional in the stadium tomorrow and over the next few weeks. We will become very aware of this tomorrow and at the memorial service next week. At the same time, we are focusing on the game and want to have a good start to the year with a win,” said Tuchel on the death of Franz Beckenbauer.
11:02 a.m.: The first question is about the Englishman. What does Tuchel hope for from Dier? The FCB coach is still cautious: “We know from experience that that doesn’t mean anything. But we are trying to sign him.” Tuchel further confirms the report that Dier is in Munich.
11:00 a.m: The press conference with Thomas Tuchel begins. Meanwhile, Eric Dier has arrived in Munich, as Sky reports. What will the FCB coach say about this?
Update from January 11th, 10:50 a.m.: In just under ten minutes it starts on Säbener Straße. Beckenbauer, opening game, transfers. The range of topics for Tuchel before the game is wide.
Bayern-PK now in the live ticker: Who else is coming in winter, Mr. Tuchel?
First report from January 11th: Munich – The Bundesliga is back. On Friday evening, FC Bayern opens the new year with their home game against TSG Hoffenheim. The first Bundesliga game in 2024 will probably be an extremely emotional one.
Death of Franz Beckenbauer overshadows Bundesliga opener
The death of Franz Beckenbauer still overshadows football in Germany. The German record champions in particular are in deep mourning and are even holding a memorial service in the Allianz Arena next week.
Before that, the Bayern stars would like to pay their last respects to their emperor with a successful start to the competitive game in the new year. Thomas Tuchel’s team is also under pressure to achieve results right at the beginning of the year. League leaders Bayer Leverkusen are now four points away, even if Munich still has the catch-up game against Union Berlin in hand.
Kim and Mazraoui unavailable: How does Tuchel replace his defensive players?
With a win, FC Bayern would immediately put Alonso’s troops under pressure. Where Tuchel’s team stands in terms of performance after the short preparation is completely unclear. In the only friendly match against FC Basel, the Munich team couldn’t get more than a 1-1 draw.
In terms of personnel, it will be exciting to see how Tuchel replaces Noussair Mazraoui and Minjae Kim. The two defensive players will take part in the African and Asian Cups in the next few weeks. Bouna Sarr and Serge Gnabry are also missing due to injury. Tuchel will also probably provide information about FC Bayern’s transfer activities at the press conference. We report in the live ticker. (kk)