The former regular goalkeeper is no longer allowed to train with the Bochum professionals following a dispute in May. He is now taking legal action against this.
20.08.2024, 16:43
20.08.2024, 16:45
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- Manuel Riemann was released by VfL Bochum in May. The reason: "Irreconcilable differences of opinion on team-related issues."
- Now the former regular keeper wants to return to professional training and is taking legal action.
- Bochum are offering the keeper the chance to take part in team training with the U21s or to train individually with one of the goalkeeping coaches.
The dispute between VfL Bochum and Manuel Riemann has legal repercussions. The goalkeeper has sued the Bundesliga club. As the labor court in Bochum announced, the 35-year-old is claiming participation in training sessions with the professionals.
In May, shortly before the end of the season with the relegation match against Fortuna Düsseldorf, VfL released Riemann from his duties with continued payment of his salary and justified this measure with "irreconcilable differences of opinion on team-related issues". According to reports, Riemann had repeatedly clashed with teammates. According to the club, this was not a "suspension or punishment".
Two new goalkeepers signed
In the meantime, two new goalkeepers have been signed: Patrick Drewes and Timo Horn. Riemann's contract runs until summer 2025 and Bochum are offering the keeper the opportunity to take part in team training with the U21s or to train individually with one of the goalkeeping coaches.
The conciliation hearing in this matter will take place next Friday (12.20 pm). According to information from "Funke Medien", Riemann has not yet accepted the club's offer of an amicable settlement.
