INTERVIEWS Besnik Hasi was positive about his team's summer training camp, despite the tough training conditions. "It was tough, but the guys worked well," Hasi said. During the internship, the players played two practice matches in which they were able to test their physical condition and level of play. With 35 players at the internship, it is clear that choices must be made to narrow the selection.
Hasi stresses the importance of retaining players who show a real desire to develop and progress.
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Continue reading A few individuals apparently did impress. Kanaté stood out with his speed, but Hasi preaches patience with the young player. Tajaouart excelled in the playing time he got, even at a position that is not his best. Thorgan Hazard excelled with three assists in the second game and made a strong impression.
New acquisition Ilay Camara is considered crucial to the coach's system. Nathan De Cat, in turn, seems poised for his breakthrough. Nathan Saliba, another newcomer, adds intensity and variety to the midfield. With him added, Hasi seems to have additional options in terms of lineup and tactics.
The strikers also showed excellent form: Dolberg picked up his first goal since joining the core, Vázquez worked a few well and Goto surprised with a hat-trick.
For Hasi, that means good news: “Competition is necessary and having different profiles available in attack only makes us better,” he concluded. The coach now faces the difficult task of arriving at a basic team and identifying the dropouts: “In doing so, I am going to be strict with everyone.”
