If another player plays well in my absence, he will continue to be trusted. That's the inevitable reality. So when I return, I have to continue to fight for my place and perform well."

Kim on Manuel Neuer: "He constantly pushes us and gives us clear commands. I listen to him carefully. For me personally and for us as a team it's good that he's back on the pitch. Neuer is a player I've been following since I was a kid and he's incredibly better than I expected" [@julianbuhl]