"Totally dissatisfied": BVB star fighting for his future | OneFootball

Despite an interesting contract clause, a BVB star faces an uncertain future. The professional is fighting for playing time, a possible contract extension, and his World Cup chances.

Pascal Groß faces an uncertain future at Borussia Dortmund. The midfielder is currently not a regular starter and is fighting for both a regular spot and a possible contract extension. His current contract runs until 2026, but an automatic extension is according to information from Sky linked to a certain number of appearances – a target that currently seems hard to reach under coach Niko Kovac.

Borussia Dortmund has been stable and undefeated at the start of the season, but Groß is only used sporadically. In seven competitive matches, he was only on the field for 243 minutes, while competitors like Felix Nmecha, Marcel Sabitzer, and Jobe Bellingham are preferred. Under these circumstances, an extension of his contract seems questionable.

Internationally, things are not going well for Groß at the moment. National coach Julian Nagelsmann left out the BVB professional for the World Cup qualification games. This jeopardizes Groß's dream of participating in the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The player himself is, according to Sky, "totally dissatisfied" with his situation as it threatens his chances of a World Cup.

Despite contract clause: Pascal Groß facing BVB exit

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BVB coach Niko Kovac commented on Groß's role: "And since we are very successful at the moment, it is always difficult for one or the other. Most difficult, of course, for me to make the decision, but also for the players who are not there at the moment."

The 34-year-old was nevertheless understanding: "We can only achieve great goals with competition, when everyone is fit, when we are strong from the bench." At the same time, he emphasized: "As long as I have the feeling that I can help the team, I am open to it."

So, Pascal Groß's situation at BVB is a race against time. Only if he gets regular playing practice again, he could both fulfill the contract option and save his chances for the World Cup. Otherwise, everything points to a departure next summer.

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