Bundesliga 2016/17: Bayern Munich 4-1 Borussia Dortmund, 5 Talking Points

Modified Apr 09, 2017 05:00 GMT

MUNICH, GERMANY - APRIL 08: Franck Ribery of Bayern Muenchen in action against Raphael Guerreiro of Dortmund (L) and Marc Aregall Bartra of Dortmund (R) during the Bundesliga match between Bayern Muenchen and Borussia Dortmund at Allianz Arena on April 8, 2017 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images Fuer MAN) — Bayern Munich overcome Borussia Dortmund handsomely with a 4-1 win

#4 Thiago Alcantara revelling under Carlo Ancelotti

MUNICH, GERMANY - APRIL 08: Thiago of Bayern Muenchen challenges Marc Aregall Bartra of Dortmund during the Bundesliga match between Bayern Muenchen and Borussia Dortmund at Allianz Arena on April 8, 2017 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Scheuber/Getty Images Fuer MAN) — Thiago has played in a number 10 role this season

Under Pep Guardiola, Thiago Alcantara had an average few seasons at Bayern Munich, where the Spaniard was criticised of being a ‘luxury player’ for Guardiola. He struggled with injuries and failed to get into the starting lineup consistently. All that changed after the arrival of Carlo Ancelotti as Thiago has flourished under the Italian manager and played some of his best football in recent months.

The former Barcelona man is currently playing in a number 10 role where he has been highly successful with his vision and close control being effective for Munich. He has kept Thomas Muller out of the side and has been one of the most creative players in the Bundesliga this season.

But the next season might see him playing in a deeper midfield role to fill in for the soon-to-retire Xabi Alonso.

Edited by Staff Editor