German media spot Luka Vuskovic ‘issue’ as Tottenham star makes Hamburg debut vs Bayern
Luka Vuskovic faced the daunting task of making his Bundesliga debut away at the Allianz Arena against the German champions Bayern Munich.
Bayern Munich thrashed the newly promoted team 5-0 in what was a tough afternoon for Merlin Polzin’s team.
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Vuskovic, who Tottenham rate highly, was handed his first appearance for the German side in pretty tricky circumstances, having to face Harry Kane and co.
Luka Vuskovic struggles on Hamburg debut vs Bayern Munich
The German media weren’t particularly impressed with Luka Vuskovic’s debut for Hamburg in their heavy defeat to Bayern.
The Tottenham Hotspur loanee had ‘communication issues’ with teammates, as he started in the middle of a back-five at the Allianz Arena.
Bild gave the youngster a 5/10 and wrote: “Was unlucky with Luis Diaz’s shot, which he deflected into his own net.
“He also had some communication issues with teammates. He won 63 percent of his duels, the best of all HSV players who started.”
Stat Total
Minutes 90
Touches 51
Accurate passes 30/35 (86%)
Cleranaces 6
Blocked shot 1
Interceptions 1
Duels 3 (2)
Luka Vuskovic’s stats vs Bayern Munich (Sofascore)
But the teenager still managed some impressive moments, completing eight defensive actions, whilst also looking comfortable in possession.
It was quite an ask for Vuskovic, who impressed during Tottenham’s pre-season, to make his Bundesliga debut away at Bayern for a struggling HSV side.
The German side have taken just one point from their first three league matches, and this season will just be about staying in the division.
Hamburg manager on Luka Vuskovic’s Bundesliga debut
Hamburg manager, Polzin, has admitted that Vuskovic is lacking preparation with his teammates, but backs him to be a success at Hamburg.
Polzin told Hamburger Abendblatt: “He lacks preparation with us and coordination with his teammates. We’ll continue to work on that. Luka has the quality. We fully support him and believe he can really help us.”
Spurs will be delighted to see Vuskovic slotting straight into life in the Bundesliga and won’t be concerned by his first appearance in Hamburg colours.
Tottenham actually have a recall clause on Vuskovic, as per BILD, which can be activated in January, should they lose a central defender to a long-term injury.
