Of course it is not okay for Sven Ulreich to insult opponents, referees or those in charge. But: He shows emotions. The Bayern substitute keeper has exactly what all Bundesliga clubs are looking for. A man in the second row who is there when it matters – and otherwise pushes the team forward.
Let’s be honest: not everyone can cheer for the team as if they were on the pitch themselves. What’s more: it is an achievement that is often underestimated. BVB is currently having problems finding just one player who sets the tone and shows will. Matthias Sammer said that Dortmund had recently shown a “physical and mental condition”. Bayern can afford the luxury of even leaving someone in top condition on the bench. Because you really can’t accuse Ulreich of not having a constitution.
He didn’t concede a goal against Werder, and he didn’t quite manage that in the 9-2 win against Dinamo Zagreb. Last season there were 12 goals conceded in 11 league games. That’s roughly the average of Frankfurt’s Kevin Trapp, who conceded 15 goals in 14 games this season. By the way, Frankfurt are third in the league.
In addition: Jonas Urbig could learn a lot from Ulreich if he moves to Bayern. The keeper has been in Munich for 10 years now and knows what it means to be patient and deliver when number one is missing. FC Bayern absolutely needs this experience.