Niklas Sule set to seize spotlight in Dortmund's Freiburg clash

According to BILD, the 29-year-old might have a golden opportunity to stake his claim as the Black and Yellows look to shake up their backline.

With Nico Schlotterbeck and Yan Couto sidelined due to suspensions for the trip to Freiburg, Dortmund are forced to shuffle their defensive pack.

Sule, who has struggled for consistent game time, could step into the spotlight, whether at centre-back, right-back, or even as a surprise starter remains up in the air.

The German international's last away start came back in mid-February against VfL Bochum, a match that still haunts Dortmund fans. Sule's misplaced backpass gifted Bochum a goal in a 2-0 defeat, a moment that underlined his rocky spell with the club.

Since then, his minutes have been sparse, fueling speculation that Dortmund might offload him in the summer transfer window.

However, head coach Niko Kovac has offered a glimmer of hope. Speaking recently, Kovac didn't hold back in praising Sule's potential. "I know him as a coach; he has outstanding qualities. He's fast, technically strong, and has excellent vision.

"When he is at his best, he is one of Germany's best central defenders," Kovac said. Those words could light a fire under Sule as he aims to prove his worth.

The Freiburg clash might just be the stage where Sule turns the narrative around, or risks cementing his exit.

For Dortmund, who have endured a shaky 2025 so far, this match is about more than just three points. It's a chance for Sule to show he's still got the goods to be a cornerstone of their defence. Football fans will be watching closely to see if the big man can rise to the occasion.