With six goals in as many games since the start of the season and a historic series of eight consecutive games to score in the Bundesliga, Serhou Guirassy is undoubtedly the man in the form of Borussia Dortmund. Already among the 30 nominees for the Ballon d'Or, it stands out as one of the most prolific center forwards on the continent. But his recent statements have reacted: the Guinean scorer is now placed at the top of the world's world hierarchy.
Guirassy self-proclaimed n ° 2 worldwide behind Mbappé
In an imprisonment of confidence assumed, Guirassy said that there was only one player above him: Kylian Mbappé. A strong declaration, which sounds like a provocation for some, but also as a personality brand in often sanitized football. His recent performances – 43 goals all competitions since the start of the past season – give credit to his words. However, displaying such a speech contrasts with the more reserved image that he returned so far.
Guirassy's speech can be interpreted in two ways. On the one hand, he reflects the ambition and determination of a player who has never stopped progressing, to the point of winning in one of the most demanding championships in the world. On the other, this insurance can be perceived as arrogance. Because if its figures impress, place itself above all the other scorers of the moment, from Haaland to Kane, remains a risky affirmation.
“Only Mbappé is better”: Guirassy chin stroke
Between confidence and arrogance
His statistics, however, argue for him: 13 goals and 5 assists in 14 Champions League matches last season, the third top scorer in Bundesliga, and already untenable this season. Dortmund, who saw him repel the transfer rumors this summer, knows that he has a player capable of changing the course of a match alone. His name, formerly overshadowed, is now in the race for individual distinctions.
It remains to be seen if Guirassy will be able to keep his feet on the ground. The history of football has shown that success is being built as much on talent as on humility. Perhaps his assurance is the key to his success, but compare his level to that of Mbappé borders on excess. As long as he keeps his head on his shoulders, even if she already seems a bit turned towards the stars, dortmund and Guinea can dream of big.
