Nevertheless: First Kahn said “Basta”, then he collected his “Basta” again.
Olli has made a statement about this. Such a “basta” can also be part of the game, it’s also part of poker. At the same time, he sent a signal to Barcelona: If you don’t meet our demands, nothing will happen.
That’s exactly what he could have said: Pay 50 million, otherwise it won’t work. Instead he said: “Lewandowski stays. Basta.”
I still say: Bayern did everything right. It’s the result that counts – and that’s outstanding. You also have to see it as a sport. At the end of last season, Lewandowski downgraded. Less joy in playing, the lust for goals has decreased – at least in comparison. Those in charge saw that too. Is that how you want to start the new season?
So you saw a clear negative development at Lewandowski?
Yes absolutely. I think everyone saw it. But I also think that he will now show his qualities again in Barcelona.
Do Bayern still need a Lewandowski replacement?
They are currently preparing to convert the system. You have to do that too when you lose a striker like Lewandowski. That was also the case in the days of Gerd Müller. After such an era, a team has to spread the responsibility over several shoulders.
Gerd Müller is an absolute club legend. Is Lewandowski still the same after this departure?
He still has legendary status, he has also achieved incredible things. In hindsight, however, it has a stale aftertaste, that’s for sure. I think they’re all happy that he’s gone now – from the fans to those responsible. After all the background noise of the last few weeks.
Is he on par with Gerd Müller or not?
No he is not. No chance. Gerd Mueller is Gerd Mueller. He remains the absolute number one. Even if he also left the club back then, but those were different times.
Can you understand how Lewandowski behaved?
no And what I find particularly difficult: When consultants get involved in public and pour oil on the fire. That’s never good for a player. The Lewandowski story will always have this aftertaste. That’s a shame. And it hurt him. The big winner is of course Hasan Salihamidzic. Not only because of the sale of Lewandowski.