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Dortmund evaluates Justin Lerma's future amid playing restrictions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 12:41 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Dortmund evaluates Justin Lerma's future amid playing restrictions

Summary

Borussia Dortmund is contemplating the sale of Justin Lerma after complications arose regarding his eligibility to play. Lerma, who joined from Independente this summer, is currently unable to participate in the reserve team due to labor law regulations. The 18-year-old's chances to play are limited as he also deals with an acute muscle injury and did not impress during pre-season. Reports indicate that considerations for his potential sale this winter are underway, pending his recovery and further development steps.

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•Lerma joined Dortmund from Independente this summer.
•He is currently ineligible to play in the reserve team.
•The 18-year-old is recovering from an acute muscle injury.
•Reports suggest Dortmund may consider selling Lerma this winter.
•His development needs clarification before a decision is made.

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12:41 PMYahoo Sports — Dortmund considering sale of Justin Lerma after further complications

What they're saying

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Since joining from Independente in the summer, life at Borussia Dortmund hasn't exactly been plain sailing for Justin Lerma. Now reported by Ruhr Nachrichten, Lerma “is currently not allowed to pla...
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