Borussia Mönchengladbach arrived at the Tegernsee on Sunday to prepare for the new season in Rottach-Egern at the Seehotel Überfahrt. But there was an immediate surprise for all: Giovanni Reyna is not part of the squad for the training camp! The reason: The US international has been released for talks with another club. All indications are that Reyna will join Racing Strasbourg. The talks with the French top-flight club have been going on for days, and his release is a clear sign that the deal is close to being finalized.
Why the departure after just one year?
The transfer, which Roland Virkus, the former sports director, described as a bet with chance and risk, has never fulfilled the high expectations. One had hoped that the talented midfielder would match his glory days from Dortmund, but that did not happen. Instead, the technically skilled player was never a mainstay in the Gladbach team. The record is a disappointment: In 19 Bundesliga games, he scored only one goal and one assist, and never played the full 90 minutes.
What's next?
A quick departure would not only save the Borussia's salary but also inject fresh money into the coffers, after a settlement of four million euros was paid to Borussia Dortmund last year. In addition, the creative center has long been dominated by other players. The future belongs to the talented Wael Mohya, and the young Swedish player Hugo Bolin has also impressed with a strong preparation. Kevin Stöger is also a seasoned option, and Coach Eugen Polanski could also opt for a hanging hook like Isac Lidberg or Shuto Machino behind striker Tim Kleindienst.
What does it mean for the Borussia?
The absence of Reyna is not the only reason why the Borussia is preparing for the new season. Nathan Ngoumou has also not joined the trip to the Tegernsee. The winger is also considered a sale candidate. Rumors have linked him to RSC Anderlecht and French clubs in recent days. The absence of Tomas Cvancara, who is in the rehabilitation training after his adductor operation, was not unexpected.
Borussia Mönchengladbach is currently 12th in the Bundesliga, with 38 points from 34 games. The Borussia has scored 42 goals and conceded 53 in the current season. The title win is currently 51 points behind the leaders Bayern Munich. The next Borussia game is on September 5 against SV Elversberg. Currently, Fabio Chiarodia and Yukhym Konoplya are injured.
The Borussia Mönchengladbach has arrived at the Tegernsee to prepare for the new season. The players are accommodated in Rottach-Egern at the Seehotel Überfahrt. The Borussia will prepare for the new season in the coming days.
