Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast
Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast brings you a special focus on Germany’s Bundesliga. Our FIFA and UEFA accredited journalists bring you exclusive content from our specialty areas. Subscribe today!
Episodes
July 22, 2025 • 10 mins
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The conversation delves into the recent transfer of Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool from Eintracht Frankfurt, discussing the financial aspects of the deal, the player's skill set, and the strategic implications for both clubs. The hosts analyze Ekitike's potential impact on Liverpool's...
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July 19, 2025 • 10 mins
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The conversation delves into the recent transfer of Malik Tillman to Bayer Leverkusen, exploring his journey from the Bayern Munich academy to his development at PSV. The discussion highlights the strategic significance of this move for both Tillman and Leverkusen, as well as the mis...
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July 18, 2025 • 11 mins
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The conversation delves into the rising star Franjo Ivanovic, his impressive performance in Belgium, and the potential impact of his transfer on clubs like Bayern Munich and Frankfurt. The speakers discuss the importance of scouting young talent and the strategic positioning of clubs in ...
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July 15, 2025 • 11 mins
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The conversation delves into Newcastle United's recent bid for Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, exploring the complexities of modern football transfers, the role of intermediaries, and the potential impact of Ekitike's versatility on Newcastle's squad. The discussion also highlights ...
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July 12, 2025 • 8 mins
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In this week's second bonus show, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the emerging talents from Sturm Graz, particularly focusing on the development of strikers like William Böving. They explore the impact of Danish players in European football, highlighting the growing talent pool i...
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July 9, 2025 • 10 mins
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The conversation delves into the current dynamics of the transfer market, particularly focusing on the evolving role of center forwards in football. It highlights the implications of Arsenal's potential signing of Victor Gyökeres and the impact on Benjamin Sesko's future at RB Leipzig. The discu...
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July 6, 2025 • 58 mins
On the first episode of the new season, Manu and Stefan sit down to discuss Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund's performances in the Club World Cup and the major talking points that have arisen during the competition.
When it comes to Bayern, everything now revolves around the unfortunate long-term injury to Jamal Musiala. Can the Munich giants cope without their No.10 or will they have to go shopping for a new playmaker this sum...
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July 4, 2025 • 9 mins
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The conversation delves into Bayer Leverkusen's strategic decisions regarding their striker partnerships, particularly focusing on the future of players Boniface and Schick. The discussion highlights the financial stability of the club and the potential tactical shifts under new coach Eric Ten Hag, contrasting ...
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July 1, 2025 • 7 mins
This video delves into the potential transfer of Edmund Tapsoba to Newcastle United, discussing the implications of the rumored fee and the player's capabilities. It transitions into Bayer Leverkusen's strategic approach to rebuilding their team and the financial health of Bundesliga clubs compared to those in the Premier League, highlighting the long-term sustainability of the Bundesliga model.
Takeaways
Newcastle's interest in T...
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June 30, 2025 • 15 mins
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In this conversation, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the impending transfer of Jamie Gittens to Chelsea, the financial implications for Borussia Dortmund, and the potential strategies for squad improvement. They analyze Dortmund's current squad depth, the necessity of replacing outgoing players, and the financial constraints that ma...
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June 28, 2025 • 14 mins
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The conversation delves into Bayern Munich's interest in signing Nick Woltemade, a standout player in the U21 European Championships. The discussion highlights the complexities of negotiating with VfB Stuttgart, the player's unique profile, and how he could fit into Bayern's lineup alongside established stars like Harry Kane. The hosts explore th...
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June 27, 2025 • 9 mins
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In this conversation, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the recent transfer of Jarall Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen from Liverpool, analyzing the implications of this move for both clubs. They delve into the strategic approach of Leverkusen in developing young talent and the potential future of Quansah in the Bundesliga. The discussion also touches on L...
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June 11, 2025 • 11 mins
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In this video, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the potential transfer of Nico Williams to Bayern Munich, analyzing his performance, skills, and the impact he could have on the team. They reflect on the importance of dynamic players in football and compare Williams to past Bayern legends, emphasizing the need for a player wh...
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June 10, 2025 • 8 mins
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On this week's first bonus show, Manu and Stefan discussed an interesting report from the Sun, suggesting that Bayer Leverkusen were interested in signing Manchester City winger Jack Grealish. The duo break down the story, including the transfer fee and wages involved, before explaining why the German giants are unlikely to make a mo...
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June 6, 2025 • 10 mins
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In this video, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the evolution of Bayern Munich's transfer strategy, highlighting the club's historical focus on developing young talent and the recent shift towards signing high-profile players. They analyze the implications of this shift, comparing Bayern's approach to that of PSG and emphasizing the need...
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June 4, 2025 • 12 mins
In this video, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the ongoing transfer saga of Jobe Bellingham, his potential move to Borussia Dortmund, and the strategic decisions made by Eintracht Frankfurt regarding player acquisitions. They explore the implications of Bellingham's transfer fee, the divided opinions among Sunderland fans about his abilities, and the broader context of player development in the Bundesliga.
Takeaways
Fra...
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May 27, 2025 • 11 mins
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On the first bonus show of the week, Manu and Stefan sit down to discuss the biggest transfer stories in the Bundesliga. They kick things off by breaking down the big news of the week: Erik Ten Hag is the new Bayer Leverkusen head coach. Will the former Ajax and Man Utd boss be the ideal replacement for Xabi Alonso at the BayArena? The duo then turn to two other manag...
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May 26, 2025 • 37 mins
In our final main episode of the season, we dive into a dramatic weekend in German football as Stuttgart claim the DFB Pokal and Heidenheim secure their Bundesliga status in the relegation play-offs. Manu reflects on a whirlwind road trip across Germany, taking in matches and soaking up the culture, culminating in a remarkable final at Berlin’s Olympiastadion. We break down how Stuttgart tactically dismantled Arminia Bielefeld in a...
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May 22, 2025 • 46 mins
In the final preview podcast of the season, Manu and Stefan sit down to discuss the coming German Cup final between Arminia Bielefeld and Stuttgart. While the lower-league minows may go into the clash in Berlin as notable underdogs, the pair breakdown Bielefeld’s remarkable run through the competition and explain why “Die Arminen” will be more than a match for their Bundesliga counterparts on the day. They then move on to Stuttgart...
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May 21, 2025 • 13 mins
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On the second bonus show of the week, Manu and Stefan hosted a live show with their Substack subscrubers and Youtube members to answer as many questions as they could within the hour. That included:
The ups and downs of Florian Kohfeldt's coaching career
Dortmund’s interest in Ryan Cherki and w...
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