Serhou Guirassy returns to Dortmund training after concussion
Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy has returned to team training and is expected to be available for selection against SC Freiburg this weekend. Head coach Niko Kovač confirmed the news at a press conference on Friday, stating, "He trained with the team again for the first time today." The Guinean international had been sidelined earlier this week after suffering a concussion.
Guirassy's timely return provides a significant boost for Dortmund as they enter the final stretch of the Bundesliga season sitting in second place with four matches remaining. His availability comes amid a spate of injuries in the squad, with Karim Adeyemi, Felix Nmecha, and Niklas Süle all ruled out for the immediate future. Kovač expressed optimism that Nmecha could return before the season concludes and suggested Süle might be fit for the final two games.
The 28-year-old forward has been a crucial figure since joining Dortmund from VfB Stuttgart last summer, contributing vital goals in the club's pursuit of a Champions League qualification spot. His physical presence and finishing ability have been central to Kovač's attacking system. According to Sky Sports Germany, Dortmund's medical staff have been carefully managing his concussion protocol, leading to his clearance for full training ahead of the Freiburg fixture.
Dortmund's depth will be tested during this run-in, making Guirassy's recovery particularly important. The club currently holds a five-point cushion inside the top four but will be keen to secure results that guarantee a return to Europe's premier competition. A fit Guirassy offers a reliable goal threat as they face Freiburg, Mainz, Augsburg, and Heidenheim to close the campaign.
His return to action also has implications for the summer transfer window, where his form could influence Dortmund's planning in the striker department. For now, the focus remains squarely on the immediate challenge, with Guirassy poised to lead the line once more as Dortmund aim to solidify their league position.
