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Why Tanguy Nianzou is one of the best young talents in the world.THREAD:
General informations:
Age - 18 years old (born in 2002)
Nationality:
Position(s): CB/CDM
Preferred position: CB
Foot: right
Current club: Bayern Munich (contract until 2024)
Age - 18 years old (born in 2002)
Nationality:
Position(s): CB/CDM
Preferred position: CB
Foot: right
Current club: Bayern Munich (contract until 2024)
Tanguy Nianzou started his career at PSG where he played from 2017-2020. He primarily played in the youth team and even captained the side until he made his first team debut in 2019.
On the 7th December 2019, Nianzou made his debut for PSG 3:1 win against Montpellier which leds to him being the second youngest debutant in Paris history (17 years, 06 months).
Since then he has played 6 games in Ligue 1, 5 games in domestic cups and even 2 CL games.
Since then he has played 6 games in Ligue 1, 5 games in domestic cups and even 2 CL games.
His statistics in 21 games for PSG (Youth league included):
Goals: 2
Assists: 2
His two goals happened in the same game against Amiens back in February 2020, which made him the youngest ever goalscorer for PSG.
Goals: 2
Assists: 2
His two goals happened in the same game against Amiens back in February 2020, which made him the youngest ever goalscorer for PSG.
His passing out from the back are pretty remarkable and perfect for a modern day CB. He knows how to get the attack running as fast as possible which also benefits him playing at CDM.
Another strength are his forward runs with the ball. Bayern fans used to see this with Lucio back in the day. Tanguy Nianzou is sometimes pretty similar in that regard. He is confident on the ball and is able to solve situations individually.
What might benefit Bayern Munich the most is his heading ability. Süle, Boateng, Alaba and Hernandez aren't known for their great heading accuracy in front of goal. Although Boateng lately scored after a corner, Nianzou looks way more confident in front of goal.
PSG Coach Thomas Tuchel was a big fan of his qualitys which is why he subbed him on in a CL game against Borussia Dortmund rather than Abdou Diallo.
Nianzou still decided to not sign a new contract at the club and was therefore available as free agent, with many clubs interested.
Nianzou still decided to not sign a new contract at the club and was therefore available as free agent, with many clubs interested.
At the beginning of July Tanguy Nianzou joined Bayern Munich on a free deal.
Bayerns sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic called him "one of the biggest defensive talents in the world". The future is bright for the 18 year old.
Bayerns sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic called him "one of the biggest defensive talents in the world". The future is bright for the 18 year old.
Even Ralf Rangnick (formerly RB Leipzig) is a big fan of him: "He's one of the biggest defensive talents I've EVER seen". Rangnick is sure Nianzou will be a starter in two years time: "I've wanted him at Leipzig for two years. I'm sure he will be a starter in 1 or 2 years."
Unfortunately he suffered a hamstring injury in September which sidelines him until at least November.
He is yet to make his debut for the current Champions League winners.
He is yet to make his debut for the current Champions League winners.
9th of Novembre 2020:
Tanguy Nianzou is back in team training and fully fit. He used his first four months in Munich very wisely by learning German and is already able to communicate with his team mates.
It's his turn now but I can assure you, he will be a future star.
Tanguy Nianzou is back in team training and fully fit. He used his first four months in Munich very wisely by learning German and is already able to communicate with his team mates.
It's his turn now but I can assure you, he will be a future star.
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