| Reading time: 2 minutes
Borussia Dortmund’s king transfer Sébastien Haller expresses himself for the first time in detail about his condition after his testicular cancer operation and chemotherapy. He is amazed at the reactions after the diagnosis and reports on an arduous process.
Dhe professional soccer player Sébastien Haller, who was suffering from a malignant testicular tumor, pointed out the importance of blood tests, especially for young colleagues. “You have no symptoms. you don’t feel it That’s why it’s important to do a lot of tests because it can happen to anyone, especially young men,” said the 28-year-old in an interview with American TV channel ESPN.
Haller was diagnosed at the training camp with his new club Borussia Dortmund and is now in rehabilitation after surgery and chemotherapy. “I’m doing well. I was able to eat well and check my body every day,” said Haller, who has also been to the gym and is working on his condition. “I haven’t lost that much weight after two weeks. I’m even at the same level as a few months ago. It’s a good sign and I hope it stays that way,” he said.
Haller’s return to the BVB team will take months
The diagnosis was a big shock, said the French-born Ivorian international. “But a lot of people were really concerned and that was very emotional for me. That was something I never expected from these people in the football world. That gives you extra motivation to get out of here,” said Haller.
The return to the football field will take a few months. The rehabilitation process is difficult. “It’s important that I don’t lose too much muscle mass. I have to keep fit. The most important thing now is that my body feels good.” Of course, the big goal is to play for the Yellow Wall and score the first goal. “It will be a beautiful and emotional moment,” said the BVB professional.