Currently a long-term absentee: HSV still sweating over Dompé! | OneFootball

The health of Jean-Luc Dompé remains a major question mark for HSV. The offensive player has been struggling with a persistent Achilles tendon irritation for weeks.

An end to his suffering is currently not in sight. The 30-year-old was completely absent from the squad in the clear 1-4 loss to TSG Hoffenheim. It could also be tight for the last home game of the year against Eintracht Frankfurt (December 20, 3:30 PM).

HSV is handling its key player with extreme caution, as Dompé is considered one of the most important players. Coach Merlin Polzin has been trying for some time to carefully manage the workload of his wing player. The coach had already reacted at the end of October and deliberately rested Dompé. Since the cup match in Heidenheim, which Dompé missed due to injury, the issue has been a recurring theme throughout the season.

In recent weeks, his playing time has noticeably decreased. Dompé was in the starting lineup only once in the last four competitive matches. During the northern derby against Werder Bremen (3-2), he delivered a strong performance. However, there has been no lasting improvement. Instead of team training, sessions in the gym or individual work with the rehab staff have often been on the agenda.

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HSV still needs patience with Dompé

Whether Dompé will be an option against SGE on Saturday is still completely open according to a Bild report. Much depends on how he copes with the current training week. HSV does not want to take any unnecessary risks – especially with a view to the coming months.

At least there is reason for optimism elsewhere. Daniel Elfadli returned after a long break in Hoffenheim and gained his first minutes. Additionally, Nicolai Remberg returns to the midfield after his yellow card suspension. But all this changes little about the fact that Dompé remains the biggest sporting concern at present.

HSV hopes for positive signals but also knows: Without a fit Dompé, it will be difficult to succeed in the second half of the season. Therefore, patience is the order of the day.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.