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Mats Hummels Reportedly Open to Short-Term Borussia Dortmund Return

The veteran defender is enthusiastic about rejoining Dortmund for the Club World Cup, as the club considers reinforcements due to player shortages.

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Rückkehr zum BVB? Mats Hummels findet offenbar Gefallen an der Idee, für die Dortmunder die Klub-Wm zu bestreiten

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.