Borussia Dortmund new signing Sebastien Haller had to end his pre-season training with BVB after being diagnosed with a testicular tumor.
The Ivorian forward had traveled with the team to Switzerland where they were having their pre-season tour.
According to a statement issued by BVB on Monday, July 18, Haler had complained of being unwell on Monday, July 18, prompting a medical exam.
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It was after the test that a tumor was detected in the testicles with further examinations expected to take place in a specialized medical center.
"This news today came as a shock to Sebastien Haller and to all of us. The entire BVB family wishes Sebastien a full recovery as soon as possible and that we can hug him again soon.
“We will do everything in our power to ensure that he receives the best possible treatment," BVB sporting director Sebastian Kehl's statement read.
The German club added that the 28-year-old forward requested both his privacy as well as that of his family.
“Borussia Dortmund asks that the privacy of the player and his family be respected and that no questions be asked. As soon as we have further information, we will inform you in consultation with the player,” the statement read.
Haller had recently joined the German club from Ajax for a club record fee of Ksh2.7 billion (€22.5 million).
The Ivorian was seen as a replacement for Erling Halland who transferred to English champions Manchester City at a fee of Ksh7.2 billion (€60 million).
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