Bundesliga: Ex-captain Andrich to remain at Leverkusen after all, says club official
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- Bayer Leverkusen's managing director, Simon Rolfes, expects Robert Andrich to stay with the club.
- Andrich was reportedly told to seek a new team due to anticipated limited playing time.
- The 31-year-old midfielder was not in the squad for the recent match against SV Elversberg.
Despite earlier suggestions that he should seek a new club, German international Robert Andrich is now expected to remain with Bayer Leverkusen. This shift in outlook comes from club managing director Simon Rolfes, who stated, "I assume that he will stay."
Andrich, 31, has a contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2028. However, the club's management had previously indicated to him that he might have limited playing opportunities, prompting advice to explore other options. New coach Carles Martรญnez had recently been candid about Andrich's potential role, saying, "At this position in midfield, he initially takes on a secondary role. He deserves to know that."
I assume that he will stay.
Adding to the uncertainty, Andrich was not included in the squad for Bayer Leverkusen's recent opening match against promoted side SV Elversberg, which they lost 3-2. Edmond Tapsoba has taken over as captain from Andrich.
The situation highlights a period of transition for both the player and the club, with conflicting signals regarding his future role and commitment. Rolfes' statement suggests a potential change in plans or a reassessment of Andrich's importance to the team.
At this position in midfield, he initially takes on a secondary role. He deserves to know that.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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