CINCINNATI, OHIO - JUNE 15: (L to R) Christoph Freund, Sporting Director of FC Bayern Munchen, speaks with Tom Bischof #20 of FC Bayern Munchen inspect the pitch prior to prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group C match between FC Bayern Mnchen and Auckland City FC at TQL Stadium on June 15, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by S. Mellar/FC Bayern via Getty Images) | FC Bayern via Getty ImagesTom Bischof experienced a unique first season at Bayern Munich. Despite being a midfielder by trade, the 21-year-old earned most of his playing time at left-back in Vincent Kompanys side. While Bischof did a stellar job on the left of Bayerns defence, it was his cameos in midfield that really impressed. After Leon Goretzkas departure and the signing of German left-back Nathaniel Brown, Bischof looks set to return to his natural position in the heart of the pitch. Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund is a firm believer in Bischofs abilities and believes the former TSG Hoffenheim man is ready to take on an expanded role. His role will become even more important, said Freund in an interview with Bild (via @iMiaSanMia). We have big hopes and complete confidence in him. He is a truly outstanding player and will take on even more responsibility while earning more playing time. Im convinced hes ready for that.Goretzkas departure will leave plenty of minutes for Bischof who spent last season behind the 31-year-old in the midfield pecking order. He may even look to relegate Aleksandar Pavlovi to the bench following a string of shaky performances at the World Cup. Regardless, one thing is certain: Bayern fans will be seeing a lot more of one of the clubs brightest talents this season. Join the conversation!Sign up for a user accountand get:New, improved notifications system!Fewer adsCreatecommunity postsComment on articles, community postsRec comments, community posts