Will Borussia Dortmund have to do without goalie Gregor Kobel in the classic against FC Bayern Munich (Saturday, 6:30 p.m. in the LIVE ticker)?
The Swiss are constantly plagued by small aches and pains – it was only on Tuesday that he returned to team training after muscular problems. Only a day later he stays away again. This time the reason is a cold.
It is unclear when the 26-year-old will return to the team or whether the cracker against Bayern will even end. Ramy Bensebaini is also missing early from the Black and Yellows. The Algerian injured his knee during the international break – the length of time he was out is unknown.
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But there is also positive news from the Ruhr area: Talent Kjell Wätjen signs his first professional contract with BVB – valid until 2028. The DFB junior national player already played in black and yellow in the U10.
“Kjell has developed greatly in recent years and absolutely deserves this step. In our U19s, he drew attention to himself with strong performances in both the Bundesliga and the UEFA Youth League and has continuously worked his way into the professional squad. His development “We don’t see the end yet,” said sports director Sebastian Kehl.
The 18-year-old is also happy: “Although I’m still very young, I’ve been able to play for the club I love for many years – and I’m really keen to be able to do so with the big players in the next few years.”
Wätjen is still waiting for his first professional appearance.
Red Bull Salzburg had tried to sign the German several times in the past – and came up short this time too.
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2024-03-27 16:18:08
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