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BBC News
10 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Notts County sign ex-Gladbach midfielder Bennetts
Notts County have signed former Borussia Monchengladbach player Keanan Bennetts on a one-year contract following a successful trial at the League Two 26-year-old, who can play wing-back, midfielder and as a forward, returns to England having spent the past three seasons playing in the German second tier and Austrian top flight. His previous spell in the English Football League came during a loan with Ipswich Town, then in League One, in started his career with Tottenham before joining Gladbach in July 2018, where he would go on to make five Bundesliga appearances. He dropped down a division for a loan spell with Darmstadt, helping them win promotion to the top flight in recently left Austria Klagenfurt, where he arrived on a short-term contract in January. "We're very pleased to secure Keanan's services, having had the chance to work closely with him during his trial period," Notts director of football Roberto Gagliardi said., external"Keanan has a mixture of everything you look for in an attack-minded wing-back, most notably his pace, power and strength - attributes we've been keen to add to the squad this summer."
The Mainichi
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Mainichi
Football: M'gladbach sign Japan forward Shuto Machino on 4-year deal
BERLIN (Kyodo) -- Japan forward Shuto Machino has joined Borussia Monchengladbach from relegated Holstein Kiel on a four-year deal, the German Bundesliga club announced Saturday. The 25-year-old joined Kiel, then in the second division, in the summer of 2023 from J-League club Shonan Bellmare. He scored 11 goals last season in the German top tier as they went straight back down. "I really wanted to join Borussia, which is why I'm delighted that the move has now gone through," Machino said on Monchengladbach's official website. "Now, I want to do everything I can in order to help the team as quickly as possible." Machino was part of the Japan squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar but did not get any playing time. The Mie Prefecture native joins Japanese compatriots Ko Itakura and Shio Fukuda at his new club.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Tabaković's debut goal for Gladbach
Haris Tabaković netted on his Borussia Mönchengladbach debut as they suffered a 1-3 defeat against Metalist 1925 Kharkiv in the pre-season friendly game.
Mint
4 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
FC Barcelona likely to make decision on Marc-Andre ter Stegen's captaincy after Joan Gamper Trophy
The ongoing saga surrounding Marc-Andre ter Stegen's captaincy at FC Barcelona has captured the attention of fans. As the club prepares for the 2025-26 La Liga season, tensions between the German goalkeeper and the Barcelona hierarchy have escalated, putting his role as captain under intense scrutiny. The crucial decision is set to be made after the Joan Gamper Trophy. The rift between Marc-Andre ter Stegen and FC Barcelona stemmed from a series of events that have challenged the goalkeeper's standing within the club. The 33-year-old, who has been an important part of Barcelona's defense since joining from Borussia Monchengladbach in 2014, announced he would undergo back surgery, sidelining him for an estimated three months. This timeline, however, has caused friction, as La Liga regulations require a minimum four-month absence to classify an injury as long-term, allowing the club to use 80% of ter Stegen's salary to register new signing Joan Garcia. The club's medical staff countered, estimating a recovery period of four to five months, highlighting a discrepancy that has fueled internal discord. Marc-Andre ter Stegen's public statement about his injury and recovery timeline has been perceived by some within the club as prioritizing personal interests over the team's needs. This sentiment has led to growing calls to strip him of the captaincy. Barcelona's captaincy is traditionally decided through a squad vote following the Joan Gamper Trophy, a pre-season match that marks the symbolic start of the season. However, speculation is that head coach Hansi Flick may face pressure from club officials to intervene and remove the armband from ter Stegen directly, bypassing the usual democratic process. Several factors contribute to this debate. Firstly, ter Stegen's absence at the start of the season due to his surgery means he will likely miss the Joan Gamper Trophy, where the captain traditionally addresses the fans. Second captain Ronald Araujo is expected to take on this role, potentially signaling a shift in leadership dynamics. Moreover, with Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny ahead of him in the pecking order, ter Stegen faces the prospect of being the third-choice goalkeeper, a position deemed incompatible with the captaincy by some board members. Since joining Barcelona, ter Stegen has won 19 trophies, including six La Liga titles and the 2014-15 Champions League. Named captain in August 2024 following Sergi Roberto's departure, his leadership was tested last season when a severe knee injury sidelined him from September to May. Despite retaining the armband during his recovery, his return was marred by public frustration with the club and a refusal to accept a reduced role, creating tension with Flick.
Daily Mail
7 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Footballer's wife reveals what moving in a transfer window is REALLY like as she leaks his WhatsApp messages
A footballer's wife has given a humanising insight into what goes on behind the scenes when a player moves club. It's a scenario most players go through multiple times in their career, for better or worse. Last year, FIFA stats revealed that almost 80,000 players in the men's and women's games, including amateur levels, completed transfer across the globe. And adding to the number this year is our case study Haris Tabakovic, a Swiss forward who has just joined Borussia Monchengladbach on loan from Hoffenheim. His wife, Sabrina, shared photos of them on the way down the motorway, including a snap with their child, and an exclusive look at their messages. 'Babe, pack your bags,' Haris texted his wife to break the news to her that they were moving. Her response was nothing short of heart-warming. Around 80,000 players made moves last year, according to FIFA, and now Tabakovic becomes part of the next cohort The messages show their excitement and also how they have to drop things at a moment's notice 'What - stop - OMG - stop,' Sabrina wrote back, her excitement levels rising. 'We're flying today,' Haris said. 'Medical check tomorrow!' At tha point Sabrina had possibly the most enthused reaction to a visit to the doctor anyone has ever had: 'What - OMG - OMG!' What their conversation betrays is how much a player's move impacts their entire family. It's easy to imagine players siloed in their own world of stadiums and the training ground but the reality is far different. Their messages also communicate how players and their families are expected to drop things at a moment's notice - and not just on deadline day. Sabrina later wrote a declaration of her love for and commitment to Haris: 'A new chapter begins - from Hoffenheim to Gladbach. I am infinitely proud of you, of your strength, your discipline, and your courage to keep going. I'm always behind you, in every moment, with all my heart. 'May you stay healthy and experience everything you fight so hard for. We walk this path together - today, tomorrow, always. I love you.'
