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Discussing financial matters while riding on a bus.

After a crushing 28-34 loss against Sweden, DHB star Lukas Mertens (28) is back in action with SC Magdeburg. The left-sided player discusses his comeback with BILD.

SymClub
May 18, 2024
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Lukas Mertens (center) is not just thinking about the extremely successful here and now
Lukas Mertens (center) is not just thinking about the extremely successful here and now

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Bundesliga player admits truth - Discussing financial matters while riding on a bus.

❌ I'm quite upbeat about the Olympics: "We've got distinct pressure on our shoulders and players now. It was in Sweden recently. At the Olympics, it's a neutral court in France once again. The decks will be shuffled, and every handball match needs to be played, even if Sweden are the favorites. I'm rather positive that we'll fine-tune our Olympic preparations and snatch something away from the Swedes."

❌ The quadruple chance: "We're fully aware of what's in it for us in these coming weeks. Achieving something like this is unparalleled. We're hyped up. As we inch closer to the goal, the exhilaration of accomplishing something so extraordinary intensifies. That boosts our spirits and drive."

❌ His earthy outlook despite being successful: "Maybe that's also because my parents raised me well. I'm unpretentious about my success. I understand that witnessing such accomplishment isn't common. I intend to stay true to myself. If I bragged too much, it wouldn't be beneficial. It'd likely not be good for the team either. That's why I always remain grounded and continue working."

❌ Finances and investments: "It's truly an intriguing topic. It's something we often chat about on the team bus during away games. We're not experts in this field, but it's a subject of concern for us. Given our current status and future prospects as handball players, it's wise to wisely invest the moolah we make. Our future beyond sports isn't guaranteed."

❌ Financial advice from Our Club Managing Director, Marc-Henrik Schmedt: "Marc is, indeed, a banker. But we keep that separate. We don't obtain insights from him. You must understand that it's just a pastime for us. We don't hand out financial guidance to anyone; we merely keep it private."

❌ Probable aspirations as a Financial Director: "Saying 'never' is a tall order. Admittedly, I could look into that arena at some point. Why else? It could also interest me in terms of an apprenticeship or as a career transition. But for now, my emphasis is on sports, and the rest is more of a recreational pursuit."

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