Borussia Mönchengladbach's Unusual Phone Call Secures Star Striker Tim Kleindienst

Sporting director Roland Virkus revealed how a critical transfer negotiation took place during his summer vacation in the sea.

Tim Kleindienst joined Borussia Mönchengladbach from 1. FC Heidenheim for €7 million in the summer and has quickly become the team's top scorer with eight goals in 13 Bundesliga matches.
The 29-year-old striker has also earned a national team call-up and is making a late-career ascent, with hopes of featuring in the 2026 World Cup.
Gladbach's sporting director Roland Virkus shared a humorous anecdote about negotiating Kleindienst's transfer while standing in the sea during a vacation on the Greek island of Kos.
Virkus described the transfer as a vital move for the club, emphasizing Kleindienst's impact on the team both on and off the field.
Kleindienst is seen as a key player in helping Borussia Mönchengladbach rebuild its identity after losing several prominent players in recent seasons.