Kompany urges Karl to “enjoy these moments without any pressure”

The Belgian coach hopes Karl enjoys his youthful career and to play without pressure on his shoulders.

During Bayern Munich’s press conference ahead of their clash with Gladbach, Vincent Kompany discussed what he feels is important for Lennart Karl.

“As a young player, you don’t have pressure. I want Lennart to feel that too. He has to enjoy what he’s doing. If he makes mistakes, we’ll discuss it.

“Hopefully, at some point, the pressure will be on his shoulders. But for now he should enjoy these moments without any pressure,” he said. 

Kompany also discussed whether he believes Lennart Karl has a chance to go to the World Cup with Germany next summer.

“I have respect for [Germany coach] Julian Nagelsmann. My focus as Bayern coach is for Lennart Karl to be a success for Bayern Munich.

“He has to keep working and show that he has the qualities. Playing for Bayern can always be an advantage.

“But the focus has to be here; you can’t think too far ahead,” the Bavarians’ head coach said regarding the young talent.