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David Alaba of FC Bayern Munich has been voted Austrian Footballer of the Year. The 28-year-old central defender won with 33 points ahead of RB Leipzig Marcel Sabitzer (17) and his future teammate Dominik Szoboszlai (13).
They had the right to vote in the Austrian news agency WHAT carried out the election of the twelve Bundesliga coaches.
For Alaba it was the first title since 2016 and the seventh overall, no player in history has won the award more often than him. Alaba succeeded Erling Haaland, who moved from Salzburg to Borussia Dortmund last winter.
“I am very grateful for this award,” said Alaba, who won the triple with FC Bayern last season and the German Super Cup and UEFA this season. “It has been a very successful and good season for me personally. But I also know that we have many other good Austrian footballers who are the best in their clubs. That is why I am especially proud to be able to be at the top.”
Rummenigge: Praise “he’s also a nice guy in human terms”
Chairman of the Board Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said: “FC Bayern is proud of this player and what he has accomplished for our club in this extraordinary year 2020. David has made a significant contribution to the fact that we have won five titles. An excellent footballer, one of the best players on our team and also a great personal companion “.
Coach Hansi Flick said: “David has more than deserved this award with his achievements this year. He has increased his incredible level again and has become one of the best players in the world in what was initially an unknown position in central defense. . “
Alaba’s contract with FC Bayern expires next summer. After difficult negotiations, FC Bayern withdrew its extension offer in the autumn.
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