As his career has progressed, Karl has emerged as a genuine star in the making. The player benefits from the advice of German football legend Michael Ballack, who offers him guidance, particularly in defence.
As for his role model, Karl makes no secret of his admiration for Martin Ødegaard, saying: “He’s left-footed like me, plays as a playmaker, has great vision and a powerful shot. He also had the experience of playing at a big club like Real Madrid at a young age, and thanks to his patience and strong mentality, he’s become a world-class player.”
Karl, who stands at just 1.68 metres tall, possesses exceptional skills and considers his short stature an asset rather than a hindrance, saying: “My low centre of gravity helps me dribble better.”
He has worked hard to develop his style, even spending an entire summer practising the famous move of Dutch star Arjen Robben: cutting in from the right and shooting with his left foot. He mastered it to such an extent that he scored three goals in the same manner in a single match with the youth team.
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