Overview
- In a new kicker interview reported by German outlets, Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann calls Ryan Gravenberch a top-tier talent whose early Bayern spell proved complicated after leaving Ajax.
- Nagelsmann says Bayern tasked him with late-game impact, but argues the midfielder performs best with sustained minutes rather than short cameos.
- He cites Leon Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich being ahead in midfield selection and references promoting Aleksandar Pavlovic from the academy.
- SPORT1 highlights that Pavlovic’s inclusion in the explanation is contentious, noting he trained with the first team under Nagelsmann but did not debut until after Nagelsmann’s exit.
- Following a reported €40 million transfer, Gravenberch has become a regular at Liverpool under Arne Slot, with SPORT1 noting 26 league appearances, over 2,200 minutes, and seven goal involvements this season.