Adeyemi set for return? Kovac gives update on BVB injury list | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is dealing with injury concerns following their victory in Wolfsburg. Coach Niko Kovac provides an update on Karim Adeyemi, Emre Can, and Marcel Sabitzer – and offers cautious hope.

After the 2-1 away win at VfL Wolfsburg, Borussia Dortmund has given a comprehensive update on their strained personnel situation. Coach Niko Kovac commented on several absences – and at least offered cautious hope.

There is relief in sight for Karim Adeyemi. The offensive player had to sit out at short notice after attempting to participate in the final training session. “He tried again in yesterday's final training, but it didn’t work. I don’t expect him to be out for a longer period,” explained Kovac. The ankle problems are not expected to be serious.

Marcel Sabitzer is also showing signs of improvement. The midfielder has been out for weeks due to persistent calf issues, but his comeback is approaching. “Sabitzer is on the road to recovery, but with the calf, you always have to be cautious. We don’t want to take any risks,” said Kovac. A brief appearance in the home game against Mainz is possible, otherwise, he could be an option against Atalanta Bergamo.

Two to three weeks break: BVB plans without Emre Can

It will take longer for captain Emre Can. The defensive player is again struggling with adductor problems, this time unrelated to his previous issues. “It’s not the injury he had for weeks and months, but a different injury that has now occurred,” Kovac clarified. BVB currently expects a break of about two to three weeks.

Additionally, Dortmund is missing further defensive options: Nico Schlotterbeck is suspended after his fifth yellow card, and Filippo Mané will be out until March. Kovac remains calm and points to internal solutions and tactical alternatives.

The coach sent a positive signal in Wolfsburg with the Bundesliga debut of Luca Reggiani. The 18-year-old made his first appearance in the top tier – an indication that BVB is increasingly relying on their own youth in the strained personnel situation.

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