Borussia Dortmund blow as Giannis Konstantelias tears ACL and faces months out | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund have been dealt a major blow, with new signing Giannis Konstantelias tearing the ACL in his left knee during Saturday's 2-0 win over Hamburger SV. The club confirmed on Sunday he faces several months out.

The 23-year-old impressed in the first half, capping an excellent display by scoring Dortmund's second shortly before the break. Soon after the restart he went down following a challenge with HSV winger Bakery Jatta, clutched his knee and was replaced.

The setback sours what had looked a dream start for the Greek international. Konstantelias arrived from PAOK earlier this month on a contract to June 2031.

His absence could affect Dortmund's plans for the final days of the transfer window.

The club will consider whether to seek cover, although no decision has been taken.

Source: BuLi News

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