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Champions League winner Niklas Süle retiring at 30 after injuries

Champions League winner and five-time Bundesliga champion Niklas Süle has announced his retirement at the age of 30 after an injury scare led him to reconsider his future

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Will retire in summer Sule will retire from professional football at the end of the 2025/26 season when his contract with Borussia Dortmund expires on June 30, the center-back announced on the Spielmach...

Impact Sule revealed the knee scare he suffered during the match at Hoffenheim was the defining moment that confirmed his decision, admitting he broke down in tears in the shower believing he had suffered a third ACL rupture before being given the all-clear the following day. The German international joined Dortmund from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2022 and made 109 appearances for the club, contributing three goals across four seasons that included a near-miss title challenge in his first year and a Champions League final appearance in his second. Across his entire Bundesliga career, he made 299 appearances, while earning 49 caps for the German national team. Sule expressed deep affection for Dortmund and the city, describing the atmosphere of his first season as among the most powerful emotional experiences of his career, and admitting it will be hard to leave a place where his children have grown up.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Late call Friday Sule (undisclosed) returned to partial training and is hoped to be available for Friday's clash against Frankfurt, according to coach Niko Kovac. "Nikki have notably participated i...

Impact Sule has been operating in a rotational capacity this season, limiting the immediate impact of his absence on the starting lineup. His return to partial training is a positive development, with the coaching staff hopeful of having him available for the weekend fixture. Luca Reggiani is expected to continue covering in the back line should Sule be unable to go Friday.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Injury confirmed minor Sule suffered a minor knee injury during Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim and will need a rest period before returning, but is expected to be available for the final stretch of...

Impact Sule had feared the worst after being forced off before halftime with a bandaged knee, but the medical examinations delivered a significant relief for both player and club. The center-back will observe a period of rest before being gradually reintegrated, sparing Dortmund what could have been a serious defensive blow in the final weeks of the campaign. Ramy Bensebaini is expected to cover in the back line during his absence while Sule works his way back to full fitness for the final stretch of the campaign.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury Sule picked up an apparent knee injury after slipping and going down in pain during Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, with his availability for upcoming fixtures uncertain and a...

Impact Sule injured his knee in the first half of Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim and the images didn't look good, although the full extent of the damage is pending further medical assessment. Sule is an experienced defensive presence for Dortmund and his potential absence for the final stretch of the season would be a significant blow, with Ramy Bensebaini expected to take on a larger role in the back line while the club awaits clarity on the situation. Further updates are expected once the results of any scans are confirmed.

APRIL 18 • 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

Option off bench Saturday Sule (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Koln.

Impact Sule returns to the matchday squad after missing the last four matches due to a thigh injury but begins the match on the bench. The center-back trained fully Friday and traveled with the squad, though the staff appear set to ease him back into action after his lengthy absence. He could see minutes in the second half if needed.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Koln Sule (thigh) trained fully Friday and ultimately traveled with the squad for Saturday's clash against Koln, according to Ruhr Nachrichten.

Impact Sule was initially expected to miss Saturday's clash against Koln, but the center-back logged a full training session Friday and traveled with the squad for the trip. He has been sidelined since mid February, so a spot in the starting XI against the goats remains unlikely, though he could feature off the bench and see some minutes in the second half if called upon. That said, he has struggled with injuries in recent seasons, so the staff will likely take a cautious approach and avoid rushing him back, especially with captain Emre Can (knee) already ruled out for the season.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Kompany praises Bayern's 'healthy poison' ahead of 'Klassiker' against wounded Dortmund

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany says his team is showing an extra edge in training like “healthy poison” ahead of a “Klassiker” against Borussia Dortmund which could all but se...

FEBRUARY 27 • Associated Press

Remains out Sule (thigh) won't be an option for Saturday's clash against Leipzig, coach Niko Kovac said in the press conference, according to Katharina Kupper from Ruhr 24.

Impact Sule picked up a thigh injury in the matchup against Mainz and remains sidelined as he works his way back from the setback. There is still no clear timetable for his return, leaving a noticeable dent in the depth of the back line, with the unit already running thin. In the meantime, young Luca Reggiani is in line for an expanded role as the defense looks to steady itself until reinforcements return to full health.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Sule (thigh) is ruled out for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Atalanta due to injury, the club announced.

Impact Sule picked up a thigh injury in Friday's win over Mainz and will sit out Tuesday's Champions League showdown against Atalanta after failing to train with the squad in the final session before the game. It is a tough hit for the Black and Yellow with Nico Schlotterbeck (muscular) and Filippo Mane (undisclosed) already ruled out while captain Emre Can (groin) remains a game-time call. If all three are unavailable, Luca Reggiani would be in line for a larger role against the Italians as Dortmund look to patch together their backline.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thigh issues Sule (thigh) was dealing with thigh issues and was replaced at the break of Friday's 4-0 victory against Mainz as a precaution.

Impact Sule felt tightness in his thigh leading up to kickoff and was pulled at halftime during Friday's 4-0 win over Mainz as a precaution, head coach Niko Kovac told reporters after the match. The center-back is set to undergo further evaluation in the coming days to determine the severity of the issue and whether it will force him into another stint on the sidelines. If he is ruled out, Luca Reggiani would be in line for an uptick in minutes across the back line for the Black and Yellow.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Guirassy scores 2 and Dortmund cuts Bayern's Bundesliga lead to 6 points

Serhou Guirassy has scored twice and Borussia Dortmund has cut Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga lead to six points with a 3-2 win over last-place Heidenheim

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Returns to bench Sule (back) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Sule was deemed fit ahead of Saturday's match and is with the team, as the defender earns a spot on the bench. He is more of a rotational option when fit this season, appearing in six games while going unused often.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Sunday Sule (back) is an option for Sunday's match against Heidenheim, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Sule is back with the team after training earlier in the week, with the defender now training fully and deemed fit. He will likely return to a bench role now that he is fit and will hope to avoid injuries, more or a depth option between his multiple absences this season.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually, not an option Sule is out for Thursday's match against Inter Milan due to a back injury, according to manager Nico Kovac.

Impact Sule is going to be sidelined for the final league stage match of UCL play, with the defender suffering from a back injury. This will mark a second straight game out for the defender, luckily, a minor loss after he was unused in their past two games. A return could come at any time, potentially in their next few games.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Assists vs Monchengladbach Sule assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Sule created Julian Brandt's opener in the 10th minute with his first assist in the campaign. He also led Dortmund with a season-high three tackles on defense. The centerback logged his third start in four overall appearances.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund up to second in Bundesliga after comfortable win over Monchengladbach

A first half goal from Julian Brandt and a late second from Maximilian Beier have given Borussia Dortmund a 2-0 victory over Borussia Monchengladbach in the Bundesliga

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Bench option Sule (toe) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Glimt.

Impact Sule is back with the team this Wednesday after a toe injury left him sidelined for a few weeks, with this his first appearance on the team sheet since October. He has struggled with injuries this campaign and will hope to remain fit, likely to be more of a depth option this campaign.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Wednesday Sule (toe) returned to training and appears to be an option for Wednesday's match against Glimt, according to manager Niko Kovac. "All BVB players are fit to play. Niklas returned...

Impact Sule was likely to be an option Sunday but missed out, now turning his attention to Wednesday's outing. This comes after he was able to train, just needing to make it through to the team sheet. That said, he appears to be a late call, likely to be a bench option if selected for the match.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Left out Sule (toe) is out for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Sule is not with the club Sunday despite being in training this week and an expected return, with the defender instead left out with his toe injury. It is unknown if he was just not selected or if the club is being cautious with his return, although a return should come soon.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back available against Hoffenheim Sule (toe) is back available for Sunday's clash against Hoffenheim, coach Niko Kovac said in the press conference. "Niki was back in team training today - we can draw from the full...

Impact Sule trained in full on Friday morning and is back available for Sunday's clash against Hoffenheim after fully recovering from a toe injury that sidelined him since late October. This is good news for the Black and Yellow since he will bring a boost in the defense, although he will likely hold a rotational role in the back-three moving forward.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lightly trains Sule (toe) was involved in a light training session, according to manager Niko Kovac. "We had a light training session today. Niki won't be there tomorrow."

Impact Sule continues to progress through his injury, with the defender able to do a light training session Monday. However, he is still not available for play, likely to need a week or two more to recover. He has been out since the end of October, a rough spell for the defender who always seems to have a nagging issue.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sule (toe) remains out for the time being, coach Niko Kovac said in the press conference. "Niklas still has problems with his toe."

Impact Sule is still dealing with his toe injury and not available for the time being. His timeline for return is uncertain but his absence won't impact the starting squad since he is likely only a back-up option in the back-three of Dortmund.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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