Niklas Süle wants to become of the world's best centre-backs: 'It's all in my own hands'
Niklas Süle says he wants to take the next big step in his development in the next two or three years.
| Niklas Süle. | Photo: Granada, CC-by-SA 4.0 |
The 24-year-old, who is currently working on his recovery from a cruciate ligament rupture, told Bayern's club magazine, '51':
"Virgil van Dijk joined Liverpool at 27 and has made the step to becoming the best defender in the world. He's now at the top at just under 30. Centre-backs reach their peak from their mid-20s. You have the necessary experience and calmness, as well as being at your physical peak.
"I want to take the next big step in the next two, three years. And if people say that I'm among the best in the world, I'll be happy. That's my aim.
"I have every chance at Bayern. I'll work hard on myself, and then it's all in my hands whether I become one of the best centre-backs in the world or not," Süle said.
Süle joined Bayern from Hoffenheim in the summer of 2017.
