Konstantinos Karetsas returns to training with Borussia Dortmund
18-year-old Borussia Dortmund midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas has resumed training following a medical incident during his Champions League debut.
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Borussia Dortmund midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas has resumed full training with the team. This marks his return just over a week after the 18-year-old collapsed during his debut match in the Champions League against Villarreal.
During the match on September 8, Karetsas experienced a sudden health issue after making a pass and had to be stretchered off the field in tears. Club officials noted that the player was unable to speak at the time of the incident. He spent most of the following week under medical observation.
I am doing very well. We have checked everything, and everything is fine. I just need a little time to adapt to the intensity, but that will come with time. Konstantinos Karetsas
The club officially confirmed his return to team training on Wednesday. While the club has not disclosed an exact diagnosis, Belgian media suggested that severe dehydration may have been a factor in the collapse. Sporting director Lars Ricken confirmed there were no warning signs prior to the incident.
Karetsas, who was acquired last month from Belgian club Genk for a significant fee, has already visited his former teammates and supported his new side from the stands during their victory over Paderborn. It remains unclear if he will be included in the squad for the upcoming Bundesliga clash against Stuttgart.