Lennart Karl honors Messi by playing with his image on shinpad

Bayern Munich's Lennart Karl has shared that he plays with a picture of Lionel Messi on his left shinpad. In an interview with FC Bayern's members' magazine, Karl cited Messi as his role model, noting similarities in their playing styles. He also highlighted his admiration for teammates Michael Olise, Joshua Kimmich, and Harry Kane for their professionalism and skill. Karl is eager to establish his own name in football.

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