HSV with Dompé against Union? Polzin faces a tricky decision! | OneFootball

Jean-Luc Dompé is pushing to return to the spotlight. However, whether he will actually be in HSV’s squad on Saturday against Union Berlin remains uncertain.

The 30-year-old took part in all training sessions at Volkspark this week and appeared ready for action. However, after his drunk driving incident on the night following the derby against St. Pauli, the left winger is still suspended from match play. Dompé will only be allowed to return once the coaching staff, led by Merlin Polzin, gives the green light. According to Bild information, a decision is expected to be made on Thursday.

The club suspended the Frenchman after the incident and imposed a record fine of 100,000 euros. As a result, Dompé was absent from the squad for the 2-2 draw against FC Bayern and the 2-0 win in Heidenheim. Since then, he has been under special observation during training. In addition to his behavior within the team, his athletic performance is particularly important. An internal eleven-on-eleven match across the full pitch on Wednesday was considered a crucial test.

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But alongside disciplinary considerations, his physical condition also plays a role. Dompé has repeatedly been sidelined this season by Achilles tendon problems, missing games in Hoffenheim and against Frankfurt, among others. The coaching staff has therefore been carefully managing his workload.

There is also new competition on the left wing. Winter loan signing Philip Otele impressed in his debut in Heidenheim, setting up Ransford Königsdörffer’s opening goal and immediately making a case for further appearances. For Polzin, the Dompé decision is therefore a balancing act between sporting quality, team dynamics, and the message it sends. Whether last year’s promotion hero will get a chance against the “Iron Ones” will likely be decided at short notice.

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