Thomas Muller is not convinced Bayern Munich have to sign a backup for Robert Lewandowski, despite the German champions’ pursuit of Sandro Wagner.
Muller, 28, hailed his Germany teammate as “a very good player who undoubtedly has his qualities,” but pointed out that Bayern’s first-choice striker Lewandowski would also demand a starting spot when fit.
“When I am tired it is easy to say I need a backup — and if that only happens every three months, it’s not ideal and also difficult for Mr. Backup,” Muller said.
He added: “Of course when Lewy did have a problem two or three weeks ago, it would have been good to have a backup, but when that is only every three or four games, it is not ideal for a trainer either — especially when Lewy is fit.”
Muller was philosophical about his injury, saying: “That is just the way it is. I always confront the challenges that life presents and this injury is one of them. We were a little cautious, perhaps we would have taken more risks at a different stage of the season.
“Everything is feeling good. I am raring to go and definitely ready.”
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