German Football League - Report: Hummels leaves BVB, Sahin takes over as coach
Mats Hummels, as reported by "Ruhr Nachrichten," is set to part ways with Borussia Dortmund. The 35-year-old central defender allegedly hasn't received an offer for an additional season in the black-and-yellow uniform, as per the newspaper's article on Thursday. His contract won't be renewed.
German national team player Hummels addressed the situation on Thursday evening, posting on Instagram: "Today will be another challenge for me."
The World Cup winner of 2014, who wasn't made part of Germany's national team by coach Julian Nagelsmann for the upcoming home Euros, spent time with Dortmund from 2008 to 2016, followed by a stint at Bayern Munich until his return in 2019.
After the unexpected exit of trainer Edin Terzic (41), who had a disagreement with Hummels beforehand, the center-back is the second significant departure from Dortmund. Terzic petitioned for the termination of his contract, initially scheduled to end in 2025, on Thursday, and the club agreed.
As per media reports, Nuri Sahin, a former Dortmund player, is expected to take over from Terzic. "Bild" reported that only the resolution of remaining details remained between Sahin and the club's leadership. Sven Bender (35), who, like Sahin, worked alongside Terzic as his assistant, is rumored to be named co-trainer.
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Mats Hummels' future in Borussia Dortmund seems uncertain, with Ruhr Nachrichten reporting that he won't be offered a new contract due to lack of an agreement. Hummels, a World Cup winner and former Dortmund player, acknowledged the situation on Instagram, calling it a new challenge.
Edin Terzic's tenure as Dortmund's coach came to an end on Thursday, with Terzic petitioning for the termination of his contract and the club agreeing. Terzic had a disagreement with Hummels before his departure.
Nuri Sahin, a former Dortmund player, is expected to take over from Terzic according to media reports. Sven Bender, another former Dortmund player who worked under Terzic, is rumored to be named co-trainer.
The unexpected departure of Terzic follows Hummels' decision to leave Borussia Dortmund, marking two significant departures from the club. These developments are happening in the context of the Bundesliga and German soccer.
Borussia Dortmund fans and soccer enthusiasts in North Rhine-Westphalia and across Germany are following the situation closely, with updates and discussions on Ruhr News, Bild, and Hummels' Instagram.
Germany's soccer landscape is constantly evolving, with players like Hummels and coaches like Terzic and Sahin playing crucial roles in shaping the future of the game in the country and the Bundesliga.
