On yesterday’s Deadline Day, Bayern completed the coup: João Cancelo came on loan from Manchester City until the end of the season and should solve the problems at right-back. In the summer, Bayern can then buy the 28-year-old for a fixed 70 million euros.
Cancelo is more than just a right-back. But it is in this position that the Portuguese is most needed given Benjamin Pavard’s poor form. Probably tonight in the cup round of 16 at Mainz 05.
Coach Julian Nagelsmann explained at yesterday’s press conference: “He’s fit and able to play.” He is not sure whether the newcomer will be allowed to play right away. But it is quite possible.
This is how Bayern could play in Mainz
In the course of the second half of the season, Nagelsmann should certainly use his dream player in many ways. “He can play different positions and is a very attacking full-back who prefers to play on the right rather than on the left. But he doesn’t really care”said the coach yesterday.
Means: Cancelo can also give frequent players Alphonso Davies breaks on the left. In addition, Pep Guardiola often used the powerful right foot at ManCity as an indenting full-back, who supports the six in play and when the ball is lost. Philipp Lahm also played such a role during Guardiola’s time in Munich.
Cancelo as an indenting six when in possession
