"The youngster has grabbed these chances with both hands. Karl has been a game-changer for Bayern in several games during Hinrunde. The 17-year-old forward has consistently started for Bayern in the last couple of months. He became the youngest player to score three goals in the Champions League. Karl has shown great maturity in the final third when it comes to finishing the chances. He also provides the cutting edge in the final third with his crosses and exquisite passing."
"Without the ball, he has a great work ethic. He's quite a quiet boy, which is understandable because he's only 17 and in this environment. He's learning every day and he's enjoying being part of this team and part of this group. We've loved having him the team because he's made a difference in a lot of games this year."
"Bayern Munich were heavily criticised in the summer for leaving the squad short in the attacking department. Despite signing Luis Diaz and Nicolas Jackson, Bayern still needed one more attacking option. They went into the deadline day with the intention of signing Jackson and one more attacker, but the Bavarian club only managed to sign the Senegalese forward. The limited options in the attack ensured Bayern were able to give opportunities to Lennart Karl."
Bayern Munich entered the season criticised for a thin attacking roster and signed Luis Díaz and Nicolas Jackson but failed to add a third attacker before the deadline, leaving limited options up front. Those limitations opened first-team minutes for 17-year-old Lennart Karl, who seized opportunities and became a consistent starter during the Hinrunde. Karl became the youngest player to score three Champions League goals and has shown maturity in finishing, crossing, and passing. His performances boosted dressing-room morale, earned praise from Harry Kane for talent and work ethic, and prompted comparisons to Jamal Musiala. Bayern will need to manage Karl’s workload in the Rückrunde.
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