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Ruled out until 2027 Can (knee) isn't expected to return to full team training until after the winter break and will not play again in 2026, according to BILD.

Impact Can remains months away from competitive action as he continues his recovery from the torn ACL suffered against Bayern Munich in February. The defender has also undergone an adductor procedure during his lengthy rehabilitation, further delaying his return. Dortmund will therefore be without their captain for the remainder of the calendar year, with a return to full training targeted for after the winter break. A timetable for his first competitive appearance remains unclear and will depend on his progress once he rejoins the group.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery during break Can (knee) underwent an adductor surgery during the international break as a secondary procedure while working his way back from an ACL problem, according to Kicker.

Impact Can underwent further surgery to address the persistent problems in his adductor area. The procedure went well and will strengthen Can once he's able to make a full comeback, though that's not happening any time soon. The veteran midfielder, who can play as a center-back as well, might not be able to return before the end of the year and could be back after the winter break instead.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Facing lengthy recovery Can (knee) is not expected to return until late in the year as he continues his recovery from an ACL tear suffered in late February, according to Ruhr Nachrichten.

Impact Can remains some distance from completing his rehabilitation, with his absence now expected to extend through a significant portion of the first half of the season. The 32-year-old was also left out of Dortmund's Champions League squad, further indicating that a return is not imminent. A precise comeback date has yet to be established, but Can will likely require a gradual reintegration after such a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck ends transfer speculation and is staying at Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck has ended speculation about a possible move to Real Madrid by extending his contract with the German club until 2031

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl leaves as part of major shakeup in trophyless season

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl is leaving the team with immediate effect as the club undergoes a major shakeup after what will be a trophyless season

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Inks contract extension Can signed a contract extension with Dortmund until 2027, the club announced.

Impact Can signed a one-year contract extension with Borussia Dortmund through June 2027, which means he is set to enter an eighth season with the club. Can is currently sidelined for several more months after suffering an ACL tear in late February against Bayern Munich and already underwent successful surgery last week. Can has made 220 competitive appearances for Dortmund since joining from Juventus in January 2020 and is expected to return around the month of December.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Done for season Can is out for the rest of the season after suffering a torn ACL, according to his club. "Emre's injury is extremely bitter. Not only for him, but for all of us. He is our captain,...

Impact Can is heading for a massive absence and long return to play, as the defender suffered a torn ACL in their last match. Unfortunately, this is a major loss of depth for the club as they enter the rest of their season, losing a major locker room presence. This will likely leave Waldemar Anton, Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini as the starting central defenders moving forward, with Can now focusing on recovery and likely a return coming near the end of 2026.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Can was forced off with an apparent injury just before halftime in Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich, the club announced.

Impact Can was forced off in the 45th minute of Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich due to an apparent injury. The versatile midfielder will undergo further tests in the coming days to determine the severity of the issue. Luca Reggiani and Ramy Bensebaini are likely to see increased minutes if his absence is confirmed.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Can (groin) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Can is back with his team as expected, not needing any time to work fitness up from the bench and finding a starting role immediately. This is massive news for the club as they gain back a great locker room presence and a veteran who has started in seven of his 13 appearances. That said, Waldemar Anton, Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini look to be their regular starters, with Can likely to be included in the mix every once in a while.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Option to face Atalanta Can (groin) is available for the second leg of the Champions League clash with Atalanta, coach Niko Kovac confirmed "If they train with the team, they can also be used. Of course,...

Impact Can was sidelined for almost all of February with an adductor issue, and it's still unclear whether he'll be back in the starting lineup right away or come off the bench at first, but he should be able to see minutes in upcoming contests. He has been used as a central defender this season, so he'll likely challenge Luca Reggiani and Waldemar Anton for playing time.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Wednesday Can (groin) was back in team training Tuesday and could be an option for Wednesday's second leg against Atalanta in the Champions League, the club announced.

Impact Can is closing in on a return from his groin injury after being spotted back in team training Tuesday, putting him in the frame for Wednesday's second leg against Atalanta in the Champions League. The captain will go through late evaluations to determine whether he's fit enough to suit up, with the final call expected in the coming hours. If he's cleared, his presence would be a major lift for the Black and Yellow, both from a competitive standpoint and in terms of leadership, as they push to lock in their spot in the next round.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Can (groin) is still not an option for play, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Can is going to remain sidelined as he deals with a groin injury, with the defender not yet an option for play as they enter the UCL playoff stage. This will continue his absence to four games out, last playing in January. A return is still up in the air for the defender, with the club giving very little on his situation.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with adductor problems Can (adductor) is ruled out for the time being due to injury, coach Niko Kovac said in the press conference. "Emre continues to have problems with his adductors."

Impact Can does not appear to be done with the adductor issues that bothered him earlier in the campaign, as he suffered a setback and will remain unavailable for some time while recovering from the new problem. This is a blow for the Black and Yellow, as he is a regular starter when fit and the team's captain, making his presence key from a leadership standpoint. His absence should open the door for Niklas Sule to see increased playing time in the back-three.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Can is out for Sunday's match against Heidenheim due to illness.

Impact Can is a lte absentee from the team sheet Sunday, with the defender having dealt with an illness and being unable to play. A return should come next game, facing Wolfsburg on Saturday, with Filippo Mane taking his spot against Heidenheim.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener from penalty spot Can scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th...

Impact Can scored his third goal of the season in only his sixth start of the year. Of his five shots, four have ended on target and three have ended up in the back of the net. All three goals have come from the penalty spot, two of which have come in the last two league games.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Converts late penalty Can scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 3-2 win over St. Pauli.

Impact Can found the back of the net in stoppage time, converting the game winning penalty in the 95th minute. The goal was Can's first since November 22nd as he made his first start in Dortmund's last three league matches Saturday.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from penalty spot Can scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Can would score the first goal of the match Saturday, with the player stepping up to the penalty spot to slot home the opener in the 34th minute. This marks his first goal of the season, coming just two games after making his season debut. He would also add seven clearances in the defense, once again suiting up in the center of the defense this season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Can (groin) is on the bench for Friday's trip to Augsburg.

Impact Can is back on the bench for Friday's clash after overcoming a groin injury. It's been a long spell on the sideline for the defender, but he should be back available moving forward. Even when fit he's likely to be a depth option in the midfield and back three moving forward.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available again after long absence Can has been included in the squad to face Augsburg on Friday for the first time this season, according to Kicker.

Impact The Dortmund captain returns for the first time since suffering an adductor injury in May, providing reinforcement in midfield and additional depth in defense. However, he is unlikely to be rushed into the starting lineup and is expected to gradually regain minutes off the bench in the coming matches.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress Can (groin) is partially training and played with the U23 team this week, according to manager Niko Kovac. "It is still a partial integration, but they are making progress. While t...

Impact Can is seeing some decent work this week in his return from a groin injury, as the defender was partially integrated into team training after working with the U23s. The defender has yet to appear for the club this season, so this is good news, with a return likely coming after the international break.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Can (groin) is out for Wednesday's match against Athletic, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Can is not going to be fit just yet, with the defender once again missing out due to his groin injury. This is a rough spell for the defender, as he has yet to appear this season. That said, it appears a return after the international break could be more likely for the German.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not training yet Can (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Mainz, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Emre is still not training with the team."

Impact Can is yet to join training and is still on the sidelines for the reception of Mainz this week. That said, he likely then remains a week or two away from a return, needing to train for a few days before a return is executed. He still has yet to debut this season and now has to wait until October, possibly out until the international break.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bundesliga Preview: Cup trouble puts a question mark over Bayern's strong start

Bayern Munich visits Bavarian rival Augsburg on Saturday for a reunion with former player-turned-coach Sandro Wagner

AUGUST 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Guirassy sends Dortmund through against local rival Essen in German Cup

Serhou Guirassy has fired Borussia Dortmund into the second round of the German Cup with a 1-0 win at nearby Rot-Weiss Essen

AUGUST 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Will miss start of season Can (groin) will miss at least the first two Bundesliga games of the season after suffering a setback in his recovery, according to BILD.

Impact Can travelled with the team to the Austria summer training camp and has been working hard in his rehabilitation, but reports say that after a brief period of rehabilitation in the south of Germany that brought only a temporary relief to the captain, he suffered another setback to his adductor problems that keep him away from returning to team training for the time being. This is a big blow for the black and yellow since Can will likely miss the first two Bundesliga games against St. Pauli and Union Berlin, on Aug. 23 and Aug. 31 respectively. Can is a regular starter for Dortmund when fit, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting squad, with Julian Ryerson likely getting a more central role in the backline and Yan Couto seeing increased playing time on the right flank.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck ends transfer speculation and is staying at Dortmund

Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl leaves as part of major shakeup in trophyless season

Bundesliga Preview: Cup trouble puts a question mark over Bayern's strong start

Guirassy sends Dortmund through against local rival Essen in German Cup