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Bayern Munich CEO wary of Real Madrid despite first leg win – ‘They have quality to turn the game’
Even after securing a valuable 2-1 win at Santiago Bernabeu, Bayern Munich are not getting carried away, and their CEO, Jan-Christian Dreesen, made that pretty clear.
The result gives Bayern a narrow edge heading into the second leg in Munich, but within the club, there is no sense of comfort.
That feeling is shaped by the fact that Real Madrid are never out of a Champions League tie.
Speaking about the tie, Dreesen first reflected on the significance of the victory itself, since it happened after more than two decades.
“We’ve won this match for the first time in 25 years. Back then, in 2001, it was Giovane Elber who opened the scoring, and today it’s this team that has achieved this victory.”
Not a reason to celebrate
As such, Bayern Munich are not letting themselves be carried away, as Kylian Mbappe’s late goal shifted the story, turning what could have been a commanding result into a far more delicate advantage.
Dreesen acknowledged that reality when discussing the overall situation, stating,
“We’ve secured a fantastic starting position for the return leg in eight days, one we can be happy with,” he added.
That optimism ultimately gave way to caution. The Bayern CEO made it clear that, despite leading the tie, nothing has been decided.
“We’re only winning 1-0. Real Madrid has the quality to turn a game like this around at any moment, but so do we.”
The Bernabeu atmosphere
Meanwhile, Dreesen also touched on the atmosphere inside the Bernabeu, acknowledging its unique impact when the home side gains momentum.
“It can unleash tremendous force if given the chance. We had something in our game that Real Madrid didn’t: our X-Faltor, our forty-year-old goalkeeper, our world-class keeper.
“Neuer was exceptional, but only 90 minutes have been played, and we still have to maintain that level for at least 90 minutes in the second leg,” he concluded.
Source: Ok Diario
Real Madrid youngster Endrick continues to attract interest from several clubs ahead of another potential loan move in the upcoming January transfer window.
The latest side considering a move for the Brazilian forward is Aston Villa.
Indeed, according to reports relayed by Bernabeu Digital, the Premier League club are interested in signing the Real Madrid striker on loan in January.
No minutes for Endrick
Endrick has had very limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season. Across Real Madrid’s nine matches in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, the Brazilian has played just four minutes, coming on in the 86th minute against Elche.
Such limited playing time has left the young forward struggling to gain the minutes and experience needed to develop his talent at Real Madrid.
As such, another loan move, like last January when he left for Olympique Lyon, could offer him a chance to play more regularly and continue his progression.
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, have now emerged as an interested party to acquire the Brazilian international’s services on loan for the second half of the season.
AC Milan also interested in Endrick
Howver, Aston Villa are not the only club monitoring Endrick’s situation. AC Milan have also renewed their interest in the Brazilian forward.
The Rossoneri already held an interest in the 20-year-old forward during the summer transfer window and are knocking on the doors once again now.
In fact, some reports in Italy even go on to suggest that the youngster is ready to pounce on the opportunity to sign for the Serie A giants.
For now, however, there have been no concrete developments or formal approaches from any interested club.
Real Madrid are understood to be open to allowing Endrick to leave on loan, but they are not considering a permanent sale as they still have a lot of faith in the promising attacker whom they signed from Palmeiras.
With Aston Villa and AC Milan both interested, the coming months could prove important in determining where the young Brazilian will continue his development.
