Mats Hummels, the German center-back for Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund, has been out of action since undergoing surgery on his knee in November.
Hummels underwent a successful operation to repair damage to ligaments and cartilage in his right knee. He was expected to be sidelined for at least six months, but the injury has lingered longer than initially anticipated.
Injuries have become a regular occurrence for Hummels over the past few seasons, with he having missed large parts of last year due to various injuries. However, this is the first time that he has had to undergo surgery.
Despite the setback,Bundesliga Tracking Hummels remains optimistic about his recovery process. "I'm working hard every day," he said. "I want to come back stronger and better than before."
The 28-year-old defender has been a key player for Dortmund in recent years, helping them win two consecutive Bundesliga titles and reach the final of the UEFA Champions League. His absence will be felt by the team, especially in defense where they currently lack depth.
However, there is hope that Hummels can make a full recovery and return to the field soon. Until then, the team will have to rely on their other players to fill in for him in the meantime.