Overview

• He scored the decisive header in the 77th minute of the Supercup Final, marking his first competitive goal for Bayern Munich.
• His seated, PlayStation-style celebration paid homage to Diogo Jota, linking his on-field impact to a personal tribute.
• The gesture shifted media and fan focus from his absence at Jota’s July 3 funeral to appreciation for his emotional acknowledgment.
• Bayern’s sporting director Christoph Freund and captain Manuel Neuer lauded his debut, praising his work ethic and unpredictability.
• The €70 million acquisition underscored Bayern’s strategy to infuse fresh energy and depth ahead of the Bundesliga campaign.