Time seems short to achieve some improvement for Leipzig star Konrad Laimer in the two remaining games against Bayern Munich.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The league will restart on Friday after the winter break, as Leipzig will play against leaders Bayern Munich, reports Xinhua news agency.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Seven defeats, three draws, and only one victory while in the shirt of Leipzig neither satisfy the Austrian international nor his teammates.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
But crossing swords with the reigning German champion goes beyond the ordinary rivalry for the 25-year-old. The Bavarians are said to be the midfielder's new club from next summer on.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reports speak of a done deal with none of the involved parties expressing disapproval.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
At present, he claims it's his job to turn this season's title race into a nail-biting issue. A victory is closing the gap down to only three points and turning coach Marco Rose's team into a serious title competitor.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
As tricky as it might be to face your future club, the man called one of Europe's best midfield ball robbers is aware he might gain additional respect allowing a better start in Munich.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
For a reason, Julian Nagelsmann has increased efforts to add Laimer to his squad in Munich as soon as possible.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
It's not only the courted midfielder's fighting heart that has impressed the former Leipzig coach but his outstanding skills when it comes to changing from defense to attacking.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Considering the midfielder's foul record, Bayern can be happy to take over one of the German league's most aggressive footballers. Statistics speak about a punished foul every 39 minutes. None of the current Bayern performers get close to that figure.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bochum coach Thomas Letsch, who used to be a former youth coach for Laimer, delivered the best story characterizing the Salzburg-born as a man leaving his heart on the pitch right after kick-off until the final whistle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"He looks like done after five minutes, but he looks the same after 85 minutes," said Letsch. "It's like with a dog let off the line instantly hunting his target."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Many expect Laimer to swirl up Bayern's midfield as his speed figures make him one of Bayern's fastest together with Jamal Musiala.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"He looks like done after five minutes, but he looks the same after 85 minutes," said Letsch. "It's like with a dog let off the line instantly hunting his target."<\/p>\r\n\r\n