Back four, future uncertain: Why Robert Andrich is at risk of losing his role as Leverkusen's captain-defense under Carles Martinez

Bayer's new direction Leverkusen, under the control of Carles Martinez, is preparing to move forward with a back four. It is likely to have a direct impact on Robert Andrich's role both as captain and central defender for the Factory team. Throughout the years Questions about Andric's future surface every pre-season. But he always turns the situation around and seizes important areas. Just like last season, he became captain from the team's preparations under Erik ten Hag, and after the change of manager to Kasper Hulmand, he was clearly moved to play central in a three-man defense system. However, when the team will mainly rely on the back four The need for two professional, speedy centre-halves has raised the profile of Andrij, a defensive midfielder. Meanwhile, competing for positions in midfield is not easy, with Ezequiel Palacios and Alex Garcia ranking above. Including rising star Kenneth Eihorn, who is expected to get more opportunities. Ezequiel Fernandez, although viewed as the top transfer this summer, But even if a team transfer happens That doesn't mean Andric will automatically move up to be the next option. This is because Ibrahim Masa (who performed well in this role last season) and Malik Tillmann are also options for attacking midfield roles in the engine room. Within the club there is a view that Andric's on-field role may decline markedly. Until it may not be consistent with his status as a national player. However, no official signal has been sent to the player or agent. Plus the first phone conversation between Martinez and Andric while he was an analyst at the World Cup. It's just getting to know each other. Didn't go into depth about his role in the new season. At present, Andrich is not thinking of leaving Leverkusen. Even though there are still two years left on the contract. After resting, he will return to focus fully on the club. Meanwhile, he is set to become a father for the third time at the end of this year. With tactical factors and competition within the team being dense. This new season looks likely to be Andrich's hardest since moving to Bayer Leverkusen if he hopes to hold on to an important position. --- ## Related Articles 1. [Bundesliga](https://onzeactu.com/fr/news/liverpool-recale-pour-yan-diomande-rb-leipzig-la-prochaine-offensive-deja-en-reflexion) 2. [VfB Stuttgart has a contract with Tim van der Leij](https://torcidanet.live/pt/news/vfb-stuttgart-contrata-a-promessa-de-ataque-tim-van-der-leij)