Miguel Gutiérrez just tore it up for Bayer Leverkusen, setting up both of their goals in the home game against Union Berlin. Ignacio Fernandes got on the board in the first minute, and Facundo Medina bagged another at the 28-minute mark, both from Gutiérrez’s sweet delivery. Talk about making an instant impact!
The New King of the Left Back?
Leverkusen brought in Gutiérrez this summer from Napoli for a hefty €30 million, and already that looks like money incredibly well spent. This guy is only 24 years old, and he’s stepping into some big shoes. Alejandro Grimaldo, who previously held down that left-back spot, was a star for the Werkself, racking up an impressive 31 assists over the last three seasons before heading to Atlético.
Filling the Void, and Then Some
But Gutiérrez? He’s proving he’s absolutely up to the task. He’s similarly strong on the ball as Grimaldo was, and his ability to deliver those crucial crosses is just as deadly. Replacing a top star like Grimaldo is never easy, but Gutiérrez is not just filling a void, he’s showing why Leverkusen pulled the trigger on that big transfer fee. The early returns are clear: this guy is for real. If Gutiérrez keeps this up, the Bundesliga is going to have a new assist king, and Leverkusen fans are going to be absolutely buzzing about their summer signing.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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