The Bayer Leverkusen manager has rubbished talks of any differences with the former Chelsea midfielder following his side’s 1-1 draw against Werder Bremen.
Robin Dutt has brushed aside reports of having any differences with the former Chelsea star, Michael Ballack, following his unacceptable behaviour last week in the game against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/1-FSV-Mainz-05-c38166.
The former German international was seen frustrated on his tactician’s decision to substitute him on the hour-mark, as the Werkself went on to win the game by a 3-2 margin. The midfielder was not even considered in the starting
XI for the weekend’s game against Werder Bremen, spending the full length of 90 minutes on the bench.
The manager added that Ballack’s substitution doesn’t mean that there is any bitterness between him and the player. He insisted that the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Germany-c2904 skipper is still an important part of the squad and will certainly play a crucial
role in Leverkusen’s quest for a top-four spot.
The boss remained positive and stated that it's encouraging to see Ballack wanting to last for the entire length of the game.
Ballack was substituted in the 60th minute with Stefan Kiessling in the game against Mainz when the teams were level at 2-2. The veteran playmaker reacted harshly at his replacement decision as he wanted to see out the
90 minutes and help his side to a much needed win.
While talking to sports channel, television1, Dutt further added:
"What has actually happened? I substituted a player - and we won the game. It's not an issue for me. I am glad for every player I have. We have the unique opportunity of preparing a worthy farewell for http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Michael-Ballack-c25270. The team
can help him and he can help the team, whether he plays or not."
Bayer Leverkusen CEO, Wolfgang Holzhauser, also criticized Ballack on his reaction, claiming it to be unacceptable. He insisted that the experienced fellow should have shaken hands with his manager in order to leave a positive
impact on the fellow youngsters.
Ballack is currently into his second spell at the BayArena, but has not been able to make a notable impact since moving over from http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Chelsea-c38786 in 2010 on a one-year deal.
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