During the holidays, professional footballers are closely monitored by their clubs. In Dortmund in particular.
It’s a classic in many football clubs: weighing before the end of year holidays, for a drastic check when you resume a few days later. In Germany, the truce being traditionally longer than elsewhere, the rule is observed with meticulousness and rigor. To the point of giving rise to heavy sanctions in the event of abuse.
Borussia Dortmund is obviously no exception to the rule, quite the contrary. “ We were weighed during the last training and this will be done when we resume », Confirms to RTBF former Parisian defender and Belgian international Thomas Meunier. “ The price is known: a fine of 1000 euros is provided for per kilo taken then, from a certain level, we increase to 1000 euros… per 100 grams! »
“I know one who cost 10,000 euros”
Depending on the case, the fine may be increased upon arrival. “ Without mentioning the name, I know one that cost 10,000 eurosbreathes Thomas Meunier. We told him: “You have one week and if you lose the kilos, we will reduce the fine”. And he succeeded! » To compensate for these types of unpleasant surprises, most clubs are implementing remote training protocols, or even daily video workshops. This winter, for L1 players, the holidays began the day after the 17e championship lift on December 20. The resumption for many is scheduled for December 28 and 29.
