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Dortmund's Konstantelias faces months out after knee injury setback
Borussia Dortmund has confirmed that new signing Giannis Konstantelias will be sidelined for several months following a serious knee injury sustained during the weekend's home fixture.
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The Greek footballer picked up the injury during Dortmund's victory over Hamburg on Saturday, forcing the Bundesliga club to announce his extended absence on Sunday. The exact nature of the damage has not been fully disclosed, but the prognosis suggests a lengthy rehabilitation period ahead for the recent recruit.
Konstantelias' injury is a significant blow to Dortmund's plans for the season, coming at a time when the club is working to integrate new players into its squad. The setback will require the German side to adjust its tactical approach and rely more heavily on alternative options in the player's position.
The club has not specified a precise return date, indicating that recovery will be assessed on an ongoing basis. Dortmund will hope to have Konstantelias available for the latter stages of the season, should his rehabilitation progress as anticipated.