Overview
- Niko Kovac said Friday that Felix Nmecha has resumed running as part of his knee rehabilitation.
- The coach expressed confidence the midfielder could feature in one of Dortmund’s final league matches this season.
- The 25-year-old has been sidelined since March 21 after a reported tear of the outer knee ligament against HSV.
- Dortmund signaled a cautious approach to avoid setbacks that could threaten his long-term fitness or World Cup chances.
- Kovac said Dortmund have missed his ball security and ability to carry play through midfield during recent defeats to Leverkusen and Hoffenheim.