BVB attacker Karim Adeyemi has been in a slump in form for weeks. Even in Borussia Dortmund’s draw in the Champions League against AC Milan, the winger, who was so strong in the second half of the season, also cut a bad figure. TV expert Jonas Hummels criticized him harshly.
The game between Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan could have gone either way, especially in the second half. BVB and the guest from Italy had good chances to score in what was at times a wild and disorderly game.
In the final phase it was Milan star Theo Hernández who almost caused the Black and Yellows’ second premier class defeat. The left-back had moved into the Dortmund penalty area and was unchallenged to deliver a powerful header after a cross from Rafael Leao. Opponent Karim Adeyemi did not show good defensive behavior in this situation, according to “DAZN” expert and co-commentator Jonas Hummels, the younger brother of BVB star Mats.
Hummels counts Adeyemi – fans scoff
“Adeyemi is completely asleep at the back. That’s a behavior that the more I see it, the more I shudder,” criticized Hummels in clear words: “That’s his own penalty area. And even if he’s an offensive player: Karim Adeyemi has to get into the ball just go in.” Lucky for Adeyemi and BVB that Hernández’s header flew over the goal.
Offensively, the German international had at least brought some fresh air to the right wing after his substitution in the 64th minute. However, he usually completed his actions much too hastily – from sport.de He subsequently received a grade of 4.0.
There was also criticism on the net for the winger, who in seven appearances this season is still without a direct involvement in the goal. “What does Adeyemi actually do full-time? He’s not a motivated footballer,” was one of the reactions to