News and rumours: Borussia Dortmund’s transfer target Daichi Kamada is hesitant

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Before the 100th Bundesliga district derby at Schalke 04, Borussia Dortmund is worried about the use of captain Marco Reus, who has a cold, and the injured goalkeeper Gregor Kobel. “We have to look at that today and tomorrow,” said coach Edin Terzic on Friday before the eagerly awaited duel on Saturday evening (6:30 p.m.). It is already certain that Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi (both torn muscles) will be out.

His team digested the first defeat in 2023 and the round of 16 in the Champions League at Chelsea (0: 2). “We were very disappointed at first, very self-critical in the days that followed and now we were very hungry,” said Terzic: “There’s still a lot for us to fight for this season. We’re definitely ready for the derby. “

Dortmund is level on points with leaders Bayern Munich before matchday 24 and is still in contention in the DFB Cup. Schalke is fighting against the threat of relegation as the penultimate and has recently celebrated two wins in a row.

Terzic also got involved in the age discussion about Youssoufa Moukoko. You can read about it here in our daily ticker (12:48 p.m.).

BVB, News: Dortmund’s transfer target Daichi Kamada probably hesitates

Two weeks ago it was reported that Frankfurt’s Daichi Kamada had agreed a free transfer with Borussia Dortmund in the summer. The Japanese is said to have signed a five-year contract with BVB, which should bring him almost six million euros a year.

previously had sports1 reported from a meeting of the parties. Accordingly, Kamada’s advisors Roberto Tukada and Thomas Kroth and BVB sports director Sebastian Kehl came together to discuss a change.

But BVB has apparently not yet received a commitment from the player. Kamada hesitate because he is loud Picture dream of moving to a top international club.

A report in the English newspaper fits in with this Daily Mail, after which Manchester United and Chelsea have expressed an interest in the 26-year-old. Both clubs reportedly have hopes that the midfielder will decide against Dortmund.

BVB, News: Sébastien Haller talks about the Revierderby

For striker Sébastien Haller from Borussia Dortmund, the table situation before the Revierderby in the Bundesliga on Saturday (6.30 p.m.) at Schalke 04 is of no importance. “You can be first and last but this game will be very different,” said the Frenchman sky.

“If you look at the table, Dortmund are the clear favourites,” said Haller, “but we know that derbies are never about the table. It’s all about this game and this rivalry. It’s about the will and who want to win the game more.” Dortmund is second in the table, Schalke is in a relegation zone.

Haller, who only made his debut for BVB after the winter break because of testicular cancer, feels “always better. I get a lot of help from the team, from the employees, from everyone”. It feels “great to feel better every day. But that’s just a small step to reach my full potential.”

BVB, News: Dortmund’s captain Marco Reus is threatened with failure

Against Schalke, BVB will definitely have to do without Julian Brandt, who tore a muscle fiber at Chelsea, as was announced on Thursday. Now there seems to be another failure in the Dortmund offensive.

According to information from sky BVB captain Marco Reus is struggling with a flu infection. Reus was already struck in the Champions League with the Blues. His use in the Revierderby is therefore shaky.

BVB, rumor: Jurrien Timber in the sights of Borussia Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund should deal with a commitment from Ajax defender Jurrien Timber. That reports 90 mins. It says that BVB is one of the clubs that “shows an interest” in the central defender.

Rumors of exchanges about Timber are nothing new. The 21-year-old is considered a great talent and was traded as a newcomer in the past transfer period, especially at ManUnited with team manager Erik ten Hag. The Red Devils are said to continue to be the hottest contenders for Timber’s services. FC Bayern, Atlético Madrid and Olympique Marseille are also mentioned.

At the World Cup in Qatar he played four games for the Dutch national team and was given preference over Bayern star Matthijs de Ligt.

Timber is under contract with Ajax until 2025. He has played for the Eredivisie record champions since moving from Feyenoord in 2014. In Dortmund, a place could become free in the defensive center if Mats Hummels says goodbye after his contract expires.

At Ajax Life Timber recently said of his future: “This summer I will look at my options and make a decision. I feel comfortable at Ajax, that’s the most important thing at the moment. There was interest last summer, but I decided to stay. “

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