SC Friborg denies the rumor: Doan’s winter departure “is not a problem”

SC Friborg denies the rumor Doan39s winter departure is not
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SC Friborg denies the rumor: Doan's winter departure “is not a problem”

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SC Freiburg have denied rumors regarding a possible transfer of Ritsu Doan during the winter break. This is not a problem at all, said sporting director Jochen Saier on the sidelines of the Bundesliga match against 1. FSV Mainz 05.

The 26-year-old Japanese international has “developed very well” and “has been very consistent for several months. He works extremely hard, feels safe with us, is a big goal threat and has good goalscoring points. It is clear that there is interest. But a winter change will not be a problem,” Saier emphasized on “DAZN”.

The “Sky” television channel previously reported that a departure for Doan this winter could not be ruled out if an exceptional offer reached Freiburg. The sports club is hoping for a transfer fee of around 20 million euros for its most valuable player (market value: 18 million euros), but 15 million would be more realistic, it has been reported. Doan is contractually linked to Breisgauer until 2027.

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Saier said: “It’s not a problem at all. He knows that [Florian Plettenberg; Anm. d. Red.] more than me. He is not 100 percent well informed. I would definitely rule out a change in winter. We want to have a successful season and he is a very important factor. A winter change is no problem.

Author: Jacqueline MANNESSIER