Bayern go into the second leg of their last-16 tie with Atalanta in the Champions League on Wednesday holding a 6-1 advantage. That's thanks to a dazzling performance from the 24-year-old in the first leg, when he scored twice and laid on an assist. He may have a laid-back attitude and a languid playing style, but behind the calm exterior there is a steely determination. "I was lucky to watch him come through as a young player and become a superstar. I saw the whole process and it is that obsession with detail that Michael has."

Source: BBC March 18, 2026 16:44 UTC