Matthaus criticizes Bayern Munich following De Ligt's departure

The former Bayern midfielder, who faced defeat in the 1999 Champions League final against Manchester United, voiced his frustration over the Old Trafford club's acquisition of Matthijs De Ligt.

Matthaus feels that the Dutch centre half is one who they should have held onto.

In his column for Sky Germany, he wrote: “The defense is and remains Bayern's Achilles' heel. Matthijs de Ligt was sold, even though he was the most stable player over the last two years. 

“He was the head of defense. Now Bayern are again looking for a successor to David Alaba. 

“For me, it is a disgrace that this leader is missing.”