Bayern and Germany wonderkid reveals he plays with Messi on his left shinpad
Bayern Munich's young talent Lennart Karl has expressed his admiration for Lionel Messi, revealing that he plays with a picture of the football star on his left shinpad. Karl sees Messi as a significant role model, inspiring him to work hard in his career. He also mentioned learning from his Bayern teammates, particularly Michael Olise, and appreciates the professionalism of players like Joshua Kimmich and Harry Kane.
- ▪Lennart Karl plays with a picture of Lionel Messi on his left shinpad.
- ▪Karl considers Messi his biggest role model and draws inspiration from him.
- ▪He enjoys watching teammate Michael Olise and admires the professionalism of Kimmich and Kane.
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