The midfielder missed Friday’s training at short notice. Nevertheless, he could be in Borussia Dortmund’s squad for the game against Bochum.

On Friday, the training observers at Borussia Dortmund missed a familiar face. Marco Reus was not with the team. The 34-year-old dropped out at short notice because he is unwell. However, he may be able to play in the derby against VfL Bochum next Sunday (5:30 p.m./DAZN).

Before the clash with Bochum, there are still some question marks over the possible BVB lineup. Gregor Kobel and Julian Brandt were unable to train during the week. Niklas Süle, on the other hand, was able to rejoin the training sessions. And Mats Hummels and Emre Can were also able to resume training. Young talent Yousouffa Moukoko and Donyell Malen, who received special praise from coach Terzic at the press conference, are also options for the upcoming clash against Bochum.

Terzic, on the other hand, remained cautious about a possible winter transfer of Giovanni Reyna, who has reportedly already been offered to several clubs. Terzic has held talks with the midfielder and he has “not expressed any desire to leave.” If Reus does not recover in time for the game against Bochum, the 21-year-old American could even move up into the starting lineup. Recently, when Reyna has been fielded, he has had to play on the wings – a position he is not as comfortable in as in the center.

BVB can add to their chances in the battle for a Champions League place

Borussia Dortmund will be looking to confirm the upward trend that has seen them beat SV Darmstadt 98 (3-0) and 1. FC Köln (4-0) Because RB Leipzig, in fourth place, had lost twice recently, Borussia Dortmund is now right back in the race for a Champions League spot, having closed the gap to the Saxons to six points. Leipzig will play at VfB Stuttgart on Saturday at 3:30 p.m., and the visitors will be looking to bounce back from their surprising 1-0 loss in Bochum.