Adeyemi Out; Kovac Sends Yan Couto Home
Borussia Dortmund faces significant challenges ahead of their match against VfL Wolfsburg, as five players are unavailable. Most recently, Yan Couto has been sent home due to illness, further diminishing the squad’s depth.
Adeyemi’s Absence and the Impact on BVB
Karim Adeyemi is confirmed out of the match due to an ankle injury sustained during a previous game against Heidenheim. Coach Niko Kovac shared details about Adeyemi’s condition, stating that while he participated in light training earlier in the week, he had to withdraw from the final training session due to pain.
Player Updates
- Karim Adeyemi: Injured ankle; unable to play.
- Yan Couto: Sent home sick; unavailable for selection.
- Filippo Mane: Out for 4 to 6 weeks with a muscle injury.
- Emre Can: Expected to return only by late February due to a groin injury.
The absence of these key players means that Borussia Dortmund will field a reduced squad against a struggling Wolfsburg side. Only 19 players will be available, including seven bench options. Among the substitutes are young talents Mathis Albert, Samuele Inacio, and Luca Reggiani, who have yet to make their Bundesliga debuts.
Kovac’s Strategy Moving Forward
Kovac is focused on tightening the gap between Dortmund and league leaders FC Bayern. A win against Wolfsburg would reduce the distance to three points temporarily. The lack of experienced players may force him to rely on younger talent, emphasizing the importance of this match for team morale and standing in the league.
As BVB prepares for this critical encounter, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the team adapts to these significant player absences.
