In an interview with the Kölner Stadt Anzeiger, Bayer Leverkusen attacker Jonas Hofmann has again leveled criticism at his former head coach Xabi Alonso. Hofmann’s dissatisfaction with Alonso never remained much of a secret. The Bundesliga professional again complained of his lack of playing time last season under the Spaniard.
“Getting so little playing time over an entire season obviously didn’t leave me feeling good,” Hofmann told the newspaper. “I expect a coach to address things right away. I expect open and direct communication. A coach shouldn’t wait longer than two weeks to do that. Competition is always necessary That’s clear. I would have expected a little more from the coach in that regard.
“But I’d rather focus on the future [under new head coach Erik ten Hag,” Hofmann continued. “But I’d rather focus on the future now. I am a child of the Bundesliga. I will fight my way back. I still play for Bayer Leverkusen, one of the best clubs in Germany. I feel comfortable, but under Xabi Alonso I would probably have considered a move.“
GGFN | Peter Weis
