Borussia Dortmund chief confirms contract extension plan for former Liverpool star

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Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund have confirmed that former Liverpool midfielder Emre Can will miss the remainder of the season after tearing the cruciate ligament in his left knee during the first half of their Der Klassiker defeat. Coach Niko Kovač said: “He gritted his teeth.

He tried once more to push through the pain as our captain, but he just couldn’t continue. “That’s why we made a substitution.” He added: “I spoke with Emre – his feeling isn’t a positive one.” Emre Can’s contract with Borussia Dortmund is set to expire at the end of the season, leaving uncertainty over whether the No.23 will feature for the club again.

Despite his serious injury, Dortmund are keen to extend his deal. Borussia Dortmund Emre Can