Dortmund Faces Setback as Guirassy Injury Looms Before Klassiker Clash with Bayern
Borussia Dortmund faces a potential setback as striker Serhou Guirassy may miss the critical Bundesliga match against Bayern Munich due to a recurring thigh injury. As the team prepares for this significant clash, the status of one of their star players remains uncertain.
Guirassy’s Performance and Injury Update
Serhou Guirassy has been instrumental for Dortmund this season, having netted four goals in five Bundesliga appearances. Currently, the team holds 14 points from six matches, placing them second in the standings, four points behind league leaders Bayern Munich.
Previously, Guirassy missed a match against Mainz due to a similar injury. He returned to action with a goal during a 4-1 Champions League victory over Athletic Bilbao and later played 81 minutes in a 1-1 draw against RB Leipzig. However, his injury flared up again while he was with the Guinea national team.
Guirassy’s Goalscoring Record
- Goals this year: 32 in 39 matches across all competitions
- Top scorers in Europe’s leagues: Only Kylian Mbappe (44 goals) and Harry Kane (39 goals) have scored more
- Cumulative expected goals (xG): 34.82, the highest in his timeframe
- Shot conversion rate: 25%
- Average goals per 102 minutes played
Unfortunately, Guirassy was an unused substitute in Guinea’s recent 1-1 draw against Mozambique during World Cup qualifying. Following this match, he received permission from the Guinean Football Federation to return to Germany.
Statement from the Guinean Football Federation
The Federation released a statement recognizing Guirassy’s physical limitations: “Diminished physically, Guirassy held on out of love for Guinea and out of respect for the technical staff. He expressed a wish to support his teammates.” They further conveyed their hopes for his swift recovery.
Recent Form and Prospects
Guirassy’s form has been impressive; he scored in eight consecutive Bundesliga games earlier in the season, but experienced a three-match goal drought before the international break. His speed and agility have made him a crucial asset for Dortmund, especially with the upcoming Klassiker against Bayern.
As the match approaches, the team and fans anxiously await updates on Guirassy’s condition. A quick recovery is essential for Dortmund as they aim to close the gap between themselves and Bayern Munich.
