"We give him a lot of freedom and he uses it to find the right spaces and give the team structure. Whether on the wing, in midfield or as a [number] ten, he is a top player and also has a very professional attitude, and he takes responsibility as a leader."
"They are a top team, as they showed again this week in the Champions League against Villarreal. They are very structured and bring a high level of intensity. We want to put in another good performance, play our game, take the next step and get better and better."
"He's very important for the team's flexibility."
Alejandro Grimaldo has been outstanding in 2025-26, registering 13 goal involvements with eight goals and five assists across all competitions. The versatile wide player has created 41 chances, 17 more than any team-mate, highlighting his creative influence. Kasper Hjulmand emphasises Grimaldo's freedom to find spaces and provide structure, his adaptability across wing, midfield and number ten roles, and his professional leadership. Bayer Leverkusen sit third in the Bundesliga ahead of a league meeting with Borussia Dortmund, who are one point behind and show strong away form and defensive solidity this season.
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