Axel Witsel – Football Scout

Witsel questions Dortmund’s quality after slip-up against Bremen

ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol explains why Jadon Sancho should depart Dortmund and take the next step in his footballing career.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says Chelsea’s young talent like Christian Pulisic, Tammy Abraham and Mason Mount reminds him of his team at Dortmund.

Alejandro Moreno examines how Lionel Messi impacted the game during the final 30 minutes of Barcelona’s scoreless draw against Dortmund.
Belgium international Axel Witsel has questioned whether Borussia Dortmund have the quality it takes to compete for the top spot in the Bundesliga.
The midfielder warned that the club’s run of mediocre results has nothing to with a weak mentality, but rather deeper-rooted problems.
Vying for a first Bundesliga title since 2012 following investments of around €125 million during the summer transfer window, Dortmund have stalled in recent weeks. A 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen on Saturday…

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho targets Axel Witsel from Borussia Dortmund – sources

Following Man United’s goalless draw with Crystal Palace, Jose Mourinho questions the heart and desire of his players.

Manchester United’s dire home form continued as they were held at home by an organised Crystal Palace side.

Ian Darke puts Jose Mourinho’s comments about some of his young Man United stars in context as the FC crew discuss the character of young players.
Jose Mourinho has reignited his interest in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Axel Witsel, with sources telling ESPN FC that the Manchester United manager’s trip to Belgium during the international break centred around scouting the 29-year-old.
Mourinho told reporters on Friday that he had travelled to Brussels for the UEFA Nations League clash with Iceland in order to monitor Romelu Lukaku’s fitness following a hamstring injury. But, although Lukaku was ruled out of the game before travelling to Antwerp…

Quick Questions with Axel Witsel

Axel Witsel sits down with Raphael Honigstein to answer some quick questions outside of football.

Christian Pulisic, Jadon Sancho can be world’s best – Borussia Dortmund’s Axel Witsel

Borussia Dortmund’s Axel Witsel told ESPN he feels the club’s recent revival is down to Lucian Favre’s attention to detail and Christian Pulisic is a player that can be one of the best in the world.

ESPN FC’s Alejandro Moreno assesses the latest transfer rumours around Anthony Martial, Eric Bailly, Jadon Sancho and many more.

Borussia Dortmund head coach Lucian Favre has described Jadon Sancho as a special talent but insists he has to work hard on a lot of things in order to become a top player.
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Axel Witsel has said teammates Christian Pulisic and Jadon Sancho have the potential to become two of the best players in world football.
Dortmund have started the season well under new coach Lucien Favre and head into Saturday’s game with Bayern Munich top of the Bundesliga.
Witsel, who joined Dortmund in the summer from Tianjin Quanjian, said that it is fun playing with such a talented group of young players.
“We have a lot of new players and the way we are playing…

Christian Pulisic, Jadon Sancho can be among world’s top wingers – Borussia Dortmund’s Axel Witsel

ESPN FC’s Alejandro Moreno assesses the latest transfer rumours around Anthony Martial, Eric Bailly, Jadon Sancho and many more.

Borussia Dortmund head coach Lucian Favre has described Jadon Sancho as a special talent but insists he has to work hard on a lot of things in order to become a top player.
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Axel Witsel has said teammates Christian Pulisic and Jadon Sancho have the potential to become two of the best wingers in world football.
Dortmund have started the season well under new coach Lucien Favre and head into Saturday’s game with Bayern Munich top of the Bundesliga.
Witsel, who joined Dortmund in the summer from Tianjin Quanjian, said that it is fun playing with such a talented group of young players.
“We have a lot of new players and the way we are playing…

Axel Witsel, Manuel Akanji produce 9/10 performances as Dortmund thrash Monaco

Borussia Dortmund head coach Lucien Favre says Axel Witsel’s integration into their squad has been very quick, despite a late return from the World Cup.

Ahead of their Bundesliga match at Bayer Leverkusen, Borussia Dortmund boss Lucien Favre praised Achraf Hakimi, saying he has a big future at the club.
DORTMUND, Germany — Borussia Dortmund have their desired start in the Champions League as they beat AS Monaco 3-0 on Wednesday night and now have six points in Group A after two rounds.
The Black and Yellows had to make do without Christian Pulisic, as the 20-year-old picked up a torn muscle fibre before the game and is likely to miss the next league match against Augsburg as well as the international week with the United States.
His absence showed in the first half, as “super-sub” Jadon Sancho,…

Borussia Dortmund’s Axel Witsel has quickly emerged as a leader in midfield

Borussia Dortmund boss Lucien Favre discusses his feelings about the upcoming Champions League draw and feels his side can do something special in the tournament.
Borussia Dortmund’s season looks off to a good start. They squeaked past second-division side Greuther Furth in the first round of the DFB Pokal, and then shot straight to the top of the Bundesliga by beating RB Leipzig 4-1 in the opener.
But in football, the margins are often fine. Dortmund were only seconds away from embarrassment in Furth; it took stoppage-time goals in regular time and extra time to secure victory. And the 4-1 scoreline against Leipzig belied what was an even affair.
RB coach…

Axel Witsel a super-sub for Borussia Dortmund in nervy DFB Pokal win

Marco Reus made amends for missing a number of gilt-edged chances in regular time with the game-winning goal in extra time against Greuther Furth.
Late drama was required twice for Borussia Dortmund to reach the second of the DFB Pokal against Greuther Furth on Monday night. In the end, it was Marco Reus clean strike late in extra time that saved his team the possible blushes of a penalty shootout and a 2-1 win.
The Black and Yellows were in firm control of the game but failed to convert their own chances. In the 77th minute, Sebastian Ernst’s goal shocked the favourites by handing the hosts a surprising 1-0 lead.
It looked as though Furth…

Borussia Dortmund sign midfielder Axel Witsel from Tianjin Quanjian

Borussia Dortmund have agreed a deal for the transfer of midfielder Axel Witsel from Chinese Super League side Tianjin Quanjian, with the Belgium international becoming their seventh new arrival of the summer.
Dortmund’s interest in Witsel was first reported by Funke Media last month, but Tianjin claimed a €20 million release clause in his contract could not be triggered because the Chinese transfer window had closed.
However, FIFA rules allow clubs from other countries to sign players until…

Tianjin Quanjian’s Axel Witsel expected back in China amid Borussia Dortmund links

Tianjin Quanjian coach Paulo Sousa has said he expects midfielder Axel Witsel back in China this weekend despite reports linking him with Borussia Dortmund.
Earlier this week, Belgian broadcaster RTBF claimed Witsel, still on holiday after helpi…

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