Overview
- Mats Hummels, 36, has expressed strong interest in a short-term return to Borussia Dortmund, potentially as a standby player for the Club World Cup this summer.
- Dortmund is exploring the move to address defensive gaps caused by Nico Schlotterbeck’s long-term absence.
- The Club World Cup will take place in the USA from June 14 to July 13, with a special transfer window from June 1 to 10 allowing participant clubs to register new players.
- Hummels, currently with AS Roma, previously announced his intention to retire after the current season, framing this potential return as a farewell to his playing career.
- Dortmund coach Niko Kovac acknowledged Hummels' significant legacy at the club, highlighting his achievements and deep ties to the team.