Borussia Dortmund omits Emre Can from Champions League squad

Borussia Dortmund excluded captain Emre Can from its 25-player A list for the 2026/27 Champions League group stage. The midfielder is currently recovering from a torn ACL sustained in March and remains sidelined as the tournament begins next Tuesday. UEFA regulations require clubs to finalize their initial rosters before the competition starts, though teams may adjust their selections following the conclusion of the league phase in January. Can is expected to return to the pitch during the first half of the current season but will be unavailable for European fixtures until the knockout rounds. The club must now compete in the opening stage of the tournament relying on a reduced squad without its primary captain. Can remains eligible to join the roster for the playoffs or the round of 16 should the team advance from the group phase.

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