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Midfield
The midfield three are an enigma at the moment, with Leon Goretzka the only one performing with some sort of consistency. His partners in the centre of midfield, Corentin Tolisso and Thiago have been off-color on the pitch.
Tolisso returned from an injury last season and is showing signs of better passing and quicker movement on and off the ball, Thiago is filling the gap in the middle at the moment, but Bayern may seek a replacement for him in the near future.
The likes of Renato Sanches may be an option in midfield as well, but Kovac seems inclined to play him in a wider position. Javi Martinez is also a reliable option in defensive midfield when Bayern want to protect a lead or are playing a more cautious style of football against bigger teams.
For a team of Bayern's ambition, they appear a bit thin in midfield. Kimmich and Alaba have both had stints in midfield in Bayern's past, Kimmich the more likely of the two to step into midfield, however, given his contribution to the team from right back, it would be a bold move from Kovac to make that change.
Any strengthening in midfield may or may not come based on Kovac's gameplan, and if that's any indication, Bayern will most likely prioritize wing players over midfielders.
