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  Chelsea have reportedly entered the race to sign 18-year-old Werder Bremen center-back Karim Coulibaly, who is valued at a club-record fee despite his limited senior experience. ​Chelsea are reportedly tracking Werder Bremen teenager Karim Coulibaly as they continue their strategy of investing in high-potential youth. The 18-year-old center-back has emerged as a rare bright spot for the German side, who are currently battling to avoid Bundesliga relegation. Despite only making 22 senior appearances, Coulibaly’s rapid rise has attracted interest from several European giants looking to bolster their defensive options. ​Bremen are allegedly prepared to sell the youngster for a record fee of €40-50 million this summer. Chelsea face stiff competition from Real Madrid, Manchester United, and PSG for the defender’s signature. With senior players calling for more experience, the move highlights Chelsea’s persistent focus on potential, as the club aims to “spend big on potential rather than current ability” during the upcoming window.

• Premier League cult hero released from hospital after scare following three kidney transplants

  Former Bolton Wanderers and Croatia striker Ivan Klasnić has returned home after being hospitalized with a high fever, marking the latest update in his high-profile battle with long-term renal issues.

  ​Former Premier League forward Ivan Klasnić has been discharged from the hospital after a recent health scare involving a viral infection.

  The 46-year-old, who has undergone three kidney transplants, was admitted as a precaution after suffering from a high fever.

  Klasnić confirmed his recovery to the German newspaper BILD, stating he has returned home to be with his family while his condition remains stable.

  ​The Croatian international’s health struggles stem from undiagnosed kidney problems aggravated by painkillers earlier in his career.

  Reflecting on his journey in a recent documentary, he noted: “I have to be grateful that I am still alive, even though I am ill.”

  Despite these challenges, Klasnić remains a beloved figure at Bolton and Werder Bremen, recently receiving goal dedications from younger national team players.

• Max Kruse slams Victor Boniface over professionalism following injury return

  Former Werder Bremen captain Max Kruse has sparked controversy by accusing Nigerian striker Victor Boniface of lacking commitment after the forward reportedly returned to training overweight following a lengthy knee injury.

  ​Victor Boniface is facing harsh criticism from club legend Max Kruse regarding his physical condition.

  The 25-year-old, currently on loan at Werder Bremen, recently resumed training after a serious knee injury but appears out of shape.

  Kruse questioned the striker’s dedication on the Flatterball podcast, stating: “I think he’s already given up on his career. He actually still has his best years ahead of him.”

  ​Werder coach Daniel Thioune remains hopeful Boniface can contribute to the club’s relegation battle, though he is expected to miss the upcoming clash with RB Leipzig.

  Kruse warned that shedding “10 to 15 kilos” through training alone is unrealistic for a professional.

  Lamenting the wasted talent of the Nigerian international, the former Germany star added: “That’s a real shame, because he has such great potential.”

• Jonas Urbig replaced in Germany squad following injury

  Bayern Munich goalkeeper Jonas Urbig has withdrawn from the German national team due to a capsule injury in his right knee sustained during international duty. He will miss matches against Switzerland and Ghana, with Finn Dahmen called up as a replacement.

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• Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes bashes Bayern Munich’s Uli Hoeneß for criticism of officials

  Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Simon Rolfes has dismissed Uli Hoeneß’s scathing assessment of the officiating during the 1-1 draw with Bayern Munich, defending the game’s flow despite a controversial red card for Luis Díaz.

  Bayer Leverkusen’s Simon Rolfes has hit back at Uli Hoeneß following the Bayern legend’s claim that officiating at the BayArena was the “worst” he had ever seen.

  The match saw Nicolas Jackson and Luis Díaz sent off, with the latter’s second yellow for diving being particularly contentious. Rolfes countered, “I don’t understand his criticism and I don’t see it that way.”

  Despite referee Christian Dingert admitting to the Díaz error, the DFB upheld the suspension, leaving Bayern frustrated as their lead atop the table shrunk to nine points.

  While Hoeneß lambasted the performance, Rolfes maintained a more positive view of the high-stakes encounter, stating,

  “Otherwise, the referee let the game flow; there was a good flow to the game. There were goalscoring chances and challenges.”