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In the world of German football, the 2. Bundesliga is buzzing with excitement as Hertha BSC, aiming to reclaim their spot in the Bundesliga, has welcomed a new talent to their ranks. 19-year-old Maurice Krattenmacher, an attacking midfielder on loan from Bayern Munich, made his debut for the club in a test match against BFC Dynamo, and it was a performance that left coach Stefan Leitl thrilled.
Krattenmacher, who spent the previous season on loan at SSV Ulm, showed off his dynamic and attacking style, scoring a goal and setting up another for a resounding 6:0 victory. His first touch, speed, and ability to resolve one-on-one situations were all on display, as was his knack for creating overloads and providing verticality in the midfield.
Leitl, who compared Krattenmacher to Ibrahim Maza, noted that while Krattenmacher is not quite a number ten, his play style is reminiscent of the star player who recently moved to Bayer Leverkusen for a fee of 12 million euros. Maza, who had a more permanent role at Hertha before his transfer, was a key attacking figure, contributing goals and creative play.
The departure of Maza leaves a gap in Hertha's frontline, a gap that Krattenmacher aims to help fill. Krattenmacher's debut was not his first appearance for the club, having trained with them during the pre-season. However, it was his first official match, and he did not disappoint.
Brought on at half-time, Krattenmacher provided the necessary verticality and central overload after his introduction. His goal, which came for a score of 3:0, was a testament to his ability to find the back of the net, and his assist for Thorsteinsson's goal further showcased his creative prowess.
As Hertha BSC looks to rebuild and climb back to the Bundesliga, Krattenmacher brings youthful energy and midfield creativity to their squad. His potential, combined with the right attitude, has been highlighted by Bayern's sporting director, and he is eager to take the next step in his career at Hertha.
In summary, Maurice Krattenmacher's debut for Hertha BSC was a promising one. His dynamic and attacking style, combined with his ability to score and create opportunities, could potentially see him replace Ibrahim Maza in the club's frontline. As the season progresses, football fans will be eager to see how Krattenmacher develops and contributes to Hertha's bid to return to the Bundesliga.
[1] Bayern Munich's sporting director on Maurice Krattenmacher: "He's a talent with great potential and the right attitude." [2] Krattenmacher's loan move to Hertha BSC: "He quickly established himself at Ulm and now looks to take the next step at Hertha." [3] Hertha BSC's expectations for Krattenmacher: "We expect him to help fill the void left after the departure of Ibrahim Maza and to bring his attacking midfield dynamism to our squad."
[1] The potential growth and impact of Maurice Krattenmacher at Hertha BSC is highly anticipated, as Bayern Munich's sporting director acknowledged his talent and positive attitude.
[2] In an attempt to reinforce their frontline following Ibrahim Maza's departure, Hertha BSC aims to capitalize on Krattenmacher's productive loan spell at SSV Ulm, where he demonstrated his attacking midfield skills and goal-scoring prowess.
