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Karetsas Returns to Dortmund Training After Champions League Collapse

Club doctors cleared him for progressive reintegration and final checks will decide whether he joins the squad for the trip to Stuttgart.

Overview

  • Konstantinos Karetsas collapsed during Dortmund's Champions League game and was taken to hospital after suffering circulatory problems on September 8.
  • Club medical examinations after the incident found no abnormal findings and no definitive cause has been identified.
  • After individual rehabilitation work, Karetsas rejoined full team training on Wednesday and took part in group sessions with his teammates.
  • Head coach Niko Kovac said Karetsas is well and that, barring any setbacks, he is expected to travel with the squad to VfB Stuttgart with match inclusion to be decided after final assessment.
  • Dortmund is following a cautious, step‑by‑step plan that prioritizes player welfare and leaves open short‑term sporting benefits while the club continues to monitor the young player's condition.