The former Switzerland boss fears the Bavarians could lose their German identity following the arrival of a number of Spanish-speaking players
Former Bayern Munich coach Ottmar Hitzfeld has warned the Bundesliga champions not to lose their German identity.
The Bavarians have acquired the services of a number of Spanish-speaking players since the arrival of Pep Guardiola at the Allianz Arena, with Arturo Vidal set to join the likes of Xabi Alonso, Thiago Alcantara, Juan Bernat and Javi Martinez.
In addition, they have lost club icon Bastian Schweinsteiger to Manchester United, while Mario Gotze is being linked with a move to Juventus, and Hitzfeld has voiced his concerns over the recent developments.
"Bayern should be wary and make sure German remains the No.1 language in the team - and not Spanish," Hitzfeld was quoted as saying by Kicker.
"This appears to be a new trend at Bayern. FCB previously always had the goal of signing the best German players.
"Mario Gotze is the perfect example of a German player who was made for Bayern. This fantastic player should challenge himself and convince Guardiola that he should be an undisputed starter."
Bayern have also brought in Brazil international Douglas Costa, German youngster Joshua Kimmich and shot stopper Sven Ulreich this summer.
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