“Sport Bild”: Nicolas Annoyed By Early Decision In Favour Of Omlin – VfL Bochum Hopes For A Chance

Duel for Gladbach’s goal

“The situation is such that Jonas has a head start. He is our captain and finished last season as number one,” said Gladbach coach Gerardo Seoane at the start of preparations for the goal duel between Jonas Omlin (30) and Moritz Nicolas (26). The fact that there is no open competition is said to have come as a surprise to the club and its surroundings.

As “Sport Bild” reports, the players are annoyed that Omlin’s preference is mainly based on his role as captain. For Seoane, the situation is tricky: if the Swiss international makes a mistake, the discussion will start immediately. If Nicolas moves between the posts, the coach will dismantle his captain. In addition, Omlin is represented by the same consulting agency as Seoane.

Due to the difficult situation for Nicolas at Gladbach, other clubs have long since expressed interest. According to the report, the ex-DFB junior has received several inquiries from the Bundesliga. While VfB Stuttgart is said to have been interested in Nicolas in the past, VfL Bochum is currently showing great interest. The club is urgently looking for another goalkeeper after dropping Manuel Riemann (35). Patrick Drewes (31), who was brought back from KSC, is only considered number two.

Since Nicolas only extended his contract with Borussia in March until 2029, Bochum are said to be considering a loan deal. However, Gladbach officials are said to have banned him from moving for the time being. Nicolas would therefore only get match practice if Seoane is forced to make a swap or if Omlin is out again. Last season he missed 29 games due to a long-term shoulder injury and thigh problems. “That is time-barred,” said Omlin, but Gladbach bosses are said to have doubts that he will remain completely injury-free.