'I used to be a real beanpole' - Bayern Munich midfielder credits 'role model' Cristiano Ronaldo for his own 'enormous' physical development

Goal | 27.02.2026 10:45
Rising Bayern Munich star Aleksandar Pavlovic has undergone a radical physical transformation, evolving from a slender academy prospect into a dominant midfield force. The 21-year-old German international recently opened up about his journey, revealing how football legend Cristiano Ronaldo inspired him to build muscle and enhance his professional conduct. As he prepares for the high-stakes Der Klassiker against Borussia Dortmund, Pavlovic also discussed his deep loyalty to his boyhood club and his unwavering confidence on the biggest stages in European football.