Robben a problem?

by Babun Wed Sep 14, 2011 11:23 am

Bayern Munich will have a problem when Arjen Robben returns to fitness - Bernd Schuster

The former Real Madrid tactician has claimed that the Bavarian giants may struggle to maintain their impressive momentum when the 27-year-old returns

Bernd Schuster believes Bayern Munich might have a problem on their hands when Netherlands winger Arjen Robben returns to full fitness.

The former Chelsea man is currently out with a back problem and could spend up to a month on the sidelines, according to club doctor Hans-Wilhelm Muller-Wohlfahrt.

Bayern have coped well with the player's absence, hammering Freiburg 7-0 on Saturday in the Bundesliga and Schuster believes the team are better off without Robben.

"I do think that Robben is a problem for Bayern this year. I think the philosophy of the team is different under Jupp Heynckes. Robben is incredibly stubborn," the former Real Madrid coach told Sport1.

"He does what he wants to do, regardless of [Mario] Gomez and [Franck] Ribery's positions. Of course he has class, but this is a problem. Their game at the moment is fluid, he may slow it down."

The former Germany international has been out of work since March after leaving Turkish club Besiktas and has stated he would be interested in the Hamburg job, with current coach Michael Oenning under increasing pressure.

"If a coach has no job, HSV are always interesting. At some point I'd like to be back in the fold in Germany. I have had two or three opportunities to come to Germany. Two years ago I spoke with Bernd Hoffman [Hamburg's former president] about the HSV job," he added.

Schuster's last stint in the Bundesliga was during the 1998-99 season when he was in charge of Koln before leaving for Spanish side Xerez.

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I see where he is coming from. Robben acts very selfish more often than not and he keeps the ball too long before running at the defence. Ribery loves to dribble like him but he passes to teammates/ knows when to let go. I don't see Robben as a big problem though, he just needs to adapt to a more counter attacking style. His game at Chelski or RM weren't that much different eco smile

by Sushi Master Wed Sep 14, 2011 3:05 pm

I don't think Robben is stupid. He'll get used to the style if he has to. Really, it's Robben. Apart from selfishness what playing ability does he lack?

He'll rip it up during counter attacks.

by The Messiah Thu Sep 15, 2011 3:58 pm

Robben will improve Bayern whel he returns

by rwo power Thu Sep 15, 2011 4:10 pm

It is more that Robben's constant injuries are a problem...

by Sushi Master Thu Sep 15, 2011 4:14 pm

If we go by his recent record, he has 1 annoying injury starting the season, then fires up and plays the rest of the season without too much problems.

by rwo power Thu Sep 15, 2011 4:45 pm

Well, let's hope that's the case for this season, too. It's a real shame that Robben can't play through a whole season fully healthily. He should take an example in Phillip Lahm.

by Katy Perry Sat Oct 01, 2011 5:59 pm

every time I saw him play was a pleasure but today he was really bad, does he come from an injury?

by rwo power Sat Oct 01, 2011 6:28 pm

Yup. He had some groin inflammation. That's why he only came on in the very last minute against ManCity, too. Looks like he still needs to catch up a bit fitness-wise.

by Sushi Master Sun Oct 02, 2011 12:19 am

He wasn't great but it's normal since he was like a month out. Hoffenheim were playing really well, too. And our midfield was clearly fatigued.

by I-no Sun Oct 02, 2011 1:00 am

how was muller?

by rwo power Sun Oct 02, 2011 10:41 am

Müller was as his flexible best, playing three positions on Saturday. Unfortunately he didn't score, but that was due to the whole team (including him) looking somewhat tired.

by I-no Sun Oct 02, 2011 1:09 pm

rwo power wrote:Müller was as his flexible best, playing three positions on Saturday. Unfortunately he didn't score, but that was due to the whole team (including him) looking somewhat tired.

well, poor him. I want Löw to rest him. everyone gets rest but him not. I guess he is important.

by counter-attack Mon Oct 03, 2011 12:29 am

If Robben is a problem then I don't know (sarcasm).

by Babun Mon Nov 14, 2011 1:29 pm

His pubic bone problems continue...

The Dutchman returned to training earlier this week and completed an intense sprints session on Thursday, but his injury woes resurfaced on Friday.

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and then

After an examination from the Bavarian club's medical staff, the former Real Madrid man has been given the all-clear to resume his rehabilitation from the troublesome injury.

The pain Robben experienced on Friday is said to be a natural reaction after not training for over a month.

Bayern face champions Borussia Dortmund next weekend in the Bundesliga, yet it is unlikely that Robben will feature in the game, despite being told he is fine to continue training.

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I'd sell him if I were Bayern for 20-25 millions to some other club. Shaqiri, Hazard, Götze and co. are viable replacements. Or Bayern could give Usami and Alaba more playing time in his stead eco smile

by Sushi Master Mon Nov 14, 2011 1:53 pm

Chill, dude Very Happy

There are a lot of games to be played and Robben will be needed for the CL. He's our secret weapon.

If he's heavily injured again, I might consider selling him by year's end... but only if a really good replacement is found. We just can't afford to lose him right now, especially with the 0 depth we have.

Nice sig, BTW Very Happy

by The Messiah Mon Nov 14, 2011 3:36 pm

There is no replacement for Robben, it will be very difficult finding a replacement. at best we could consider Vargas or Reus

by Neutral Thu Nov 17, 2011 6:28 am

replace him with hazard

by DeviAngel Thu Mar 08, 2012 12:46 am

by Babun Thu Mar 08, 2012 8:30 am

He still isn't 100% otherwise a joy to watch eco smile

Good job on the video eco smile

by DeviAngel Thu Mar 08, 2012 3:31 pm

For me he is better than CR9 when he i fit he really is class

by Babun Thu Mar 08, 2012 4:29 pm

Which leads me to the question, was Juve linked with him? eco smile

by Sushi Master Thu Mar 08, 2012 4:33 pm

Immortal Babun wrote:Which leads me to the question, was Juve linked with him?

Inevitably. Right in peak form after CL final seasons and all, while Juve was barely in Europa league... Juve rumors are silly.

Robben stated that he is keeping his option open, though. So you never know.

by DeviAngel Fri Mar 09, 2012 2:44 am

We were always linked with him and still are but I always loved him. he is pure class when fit he oozes class

by The Messiah Fri Mar 09, 2012 2:05 pm

Robben is still Bayern Munich best player, it's a shame JH cant bring the best out of him

by Tifoso Romanista Tue May 01, 2012 7:10 am

and where is he heading

and what is about Riberry hitting Robben ,

A clear example is what happened between Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery in the first leg to the white set, when the French did not hesitate to hit the Dutch after the problems due to a launch failure.

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