Goalkeeper change in the Cup? Hjulmand keeps quiet about personnel - Bayer Leverkusen's Hjulmand Keeps Cup Goalkeeper a Mystery
Bayer Leverkusen coach Kasper Hjulmand is keeping the starting goalkeeper for the DFB Cup match against SC Paderborn under wraps. Mark Flekken remains the first-choice keeper, but strong competition from Janis Blaswich and Niklas Lomb has intensified the race for the gloves.
Hjulmand has not yet revealed who will start in goal on Tuesday. He has praised the hard work of all three goalkeepers in training, with Mark Flekken retaining his trust as the number one. However, the coach has also emphasized the strong competition for the position, indicating that no one's place is guaranteed.
Flekken has faced criticism recently, particularly after Bayer's heavy 2-7 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Despite this, Hjulmand has expressed his full trust in the goalkeeper, highlighting the intense competition among the trio for the starting spot.
As Bayer Leverkusen prepares to face SC Paderborn in the DFB Cup, the starting goalkeeper remains a mystery. Kasper Hjulmand has praised the competition among Mark Flekken, Janis Blaswich, and Niklas Lomb, with Flekken retaining his trust as the first-choice keeper despite recent criticism. The coach's decision will be closely watched as the team looks to secure a victory in the cup competition.
