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Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel has been given medical clearance to participate in this evening’s Bundesliga fixture against Eintracht Frankfurt after recovering from illness contracted during the club’s January training camp in Marbella, Spain, providing a significant boost for the German side.
Gregor Kobel Cleared for Dortmund’s Bundesliga Return After Illness Recovery
Sky Germany confirmed that the Swiss international has overcome the bout of illness that threatened his availability for the Bundesliga restart. Kobel’s fitness concerns emerged during Dortmund’s January mini-camp in Marbella, where he was forced to miss training sessions due to his condition before receiving medical treatment from the club’s staff.
The 28-year-old goalkeeper is currently experiencing the best form of his career, having established himself as Dortmund’s undisputed number one since his €15 million transfer from Stuttgart in July 2021. Kobel has not missed a single minute of action across all three competitions for his Bundesliga club this season, demonstrating remarkable consistency and fitness levels throughout the campaign.
The Swiss international now maintains an estimated market value of €40 million and serves as his nation’s first-choice goalkeeper heading into this summer’s World Cup. His 19 caps for Switzerland reflect his status as one of Europe’s most reliable shot-stoppers, with his performances this season cementing his position as a key player for both club and country.
Kobel’s availability represents crucial news for Dortmund as they prepare to resume their Bundesliga campaign against Eintracht Frankfurt. The goalkeeper’s return ensures continuity in a position where he has delivered exceptional statistical and visual performances throughout the current season, maintaining the high standards that have made him indispensable to the team’s tactical setup.
