Consequences for Germany’s future? Völler reveals talks with Adeyemi | OneFootball

Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi has recently made headlines not only for his sports performance but especially for his activities off the field. A penalty order was issued against the 23-year-old for illegal possession of weapons, along with a substantial fine. Now, DFB Sports Director Rudi Völler has also commented on the incidents.

Völler explained on 'Welt TV' that there would be no further consequences for Adeyemi from the DFB: "The young man deserves more than a second chance. He is a decent guy, he made a mistake."

Völler also assured that Adeyemi was not aware that he was breaking the law when purchasing the so-called Mystery Box, which contained various illegal weapons.

With the imposed fine and his engagement in a social project in Dortmund, in consultation with BVB, the winger is now considered sufficiently punished. Although Völler himself does not refer to it as a punishment, but rather sees the whole thing as a "disciplinary measure."

For Adeyemi's future in the DFB team, the incident is likely to have no consequences. He can therefore continue to have legitimate hopes of participating in the 2026 World Cup.

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