- Following Tabakovic's departure, these become Hertha's potential substitutes.
Hertha's manager Cristian Fiel showed no worry regarding the upcoming exit of leading goalscorer Haris Tabakovic, mentioning, "That's just football," prior to the official confirmation of his shift to Bundesliga team Hoffenheim. Alas, the departure, as confirmed by Hertha on a Friday evening, marks a substantial setback in the sports realm.
Fiel possesses various options in the team. Each of them has demonstrated their goal-scoring potential, as per the coach, and they bring distinct playing styles to the table.
Luca Schuler: This summer acquisition from Magdeburg has earned Fiel's admiration for his eagerness to receive the ball deep and his relentless work ethic. Despite being 25, the striker has had limited game time and hasn't found the back of the net yet.
Florian Niederlechner: The 33-year-old veteran, who joined Berlin in early 2023, has seen some promising spells but has also spent time on the bench. Recently, he scored a brace from the bench during Hertha's 5-1 cup triumph in Rostock. "Flo Niederlechner is a flexible player who can also fill in other positions. He always seems to know where the ball is heading and can score goals," Fiel commented.
Smail Prevljak: Prevljak joined Hertha the previous summer but often found himself as Tabakovic's backup, playing little towards the end of the season. Fiel recently commended him: "Smail is the most polished footballer of them all." If he receives the ball in a favorable position, it's likely to end up in the goal.
Derry Scherhant: The native Berliner stepped in as a substitute for the injured Fabian Reese on the left wing for the first league matches and scored in Rostock. Although the energetic 21-year-old prefers the center, Scherhant was a transfer target but now seems to be remaining in Berlin.
The European Union's regulations might have an impact on the transfer of Haris Tabakovic to Hoffenheim, considering the potential player trading restrictions within the Union. With The European Union's focus on promoting homegrown talent, Fiel may need to strategize his team's roster accordingly.
Despite Tabakovic's departure, the European Union's Champions League qualification remains a significant goal for Hertha, as the competition serves as an excellent platform to showcase the club's talents on a larger stage.
