Bayern Munich newcomer Jonathan Tah has showered praise on teenage midfielder Lennart Karl following the star’s impressive debut in the FIFA Club World Cup. Karl, who featured for 45 minutes during Bayerns’ dominant 10–0 win over Auckland City, caught attention with his incisive runs and technical poise. Tah described him as “a good one-on‑one player,” and highlighted Karl’s potential—urging him to maintain his work ethic and build on this early momentum.
Head coach Vincent Kompany also weighed in, noting that Karl’s presence didn’t diminish Bayern’s attacking threat and praising his impact in the final third. At just 17, Karl has already announced himself as a player to watch, bringing fresh energy and promise to Bayern’s midfield rotation.
Karl’s confident debut and glowing endorsements from both Tah and Kompany signal a growing trust in Bayern’s academy talents—and suggest that Karl could be a key part of the club’s future structure if he continues on this trajectory.
All in all, Bayern’s midfield rotation looks increasingly competitive. The club is currently navigating a period of squad adjustment following high-profile departures and new arrivals, placing additional value on homegrown talents like Karl. His progression could play a key role as Bayern balances experienced signings with the development of its next generation.
