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Polanski Lauds Gio Reyna as Minutes Grow at Gladbach, Bolstering USMNT Case

Polanski credits improved fitness for the American’s expanding role.

Overview

  • Reyna left Borussia Dortmund for Borussia Mönchengladbach in August in a move reported at up to €7.5 million to secure regular playing time before the 2026 World Cup.
  • Under new coach Eugen Polanski, Reyna has been deliberately eased in, featuring in about 10–11 matches and logging roughly 308 Bundesliga minutes with three straight starts.
  • Polanski says Reyna can almost replace the injured Florian Neuhaus, describing him as more attack-minded and effective between the lines.
  • The coach reports strong training standards and visible progress, noting he is “extremely happy,” while Reyna is still seeking his first Gladbach goal.
  • Improved club involvement coincided with a USMNT recall, where Reyna scored against Paraguay and recorded an assist versus Uruguay.