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Borussia Dortmund Weighs Short-Term Mats Hummels Return for Club World Cup

Hummels, enthusiastic about the idea, could rejoin Dortmund in June to address defensive shortages, though discussions remain preliminary.

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Overview

  • Borussia Dortmund is exploring the possibility of bringing Mats Hummels back temporarily to bolster their defense for the Club World Cup in June.
  • Hummels, currently with AS Roma and set to retire after this season, is reportedly enthusiastic about a potential return to his former club.
  • The club faces a defensive gap following Nico Schlotterbeck’s long-term injury, prompting consideration of Hummels as a short-term solution.
  • A special transfer window in early June for Club World Cup participants could allow Dortmund to register Hummels for the tournament in the USA.
  • Sports director Sebastian Kehl emphasized Hummels' value and legacy but noted that the club has not prioritized discussions about his comeback at this time.