Central defender Josko Gvardiol from RB Leipzig, who may have changed for a three-digit million sum, had to end the training of the DFB Cup winner prematurely.
During the afternoon session of the Bundesliga soccer club on the grounds of ASV Reischach in South Tyrol, where the Saxons are preparing for the new season, Gvardiol grabbed his left knee during a shooting exercise and stopped training early.
Whether the Croatian international can take part in the friendly against Udinese Calcio in Lienz in Austria on Tuesday is an open question.
A wound would come at the worst possible time for the central defender. The 21-year-old World Cup third would like to switch to English triple winners Manchester City this summer.
The club and players are said to have already agreed on a transfer, but negotiations between the top club from the Premier League and RB Leipzig are currently said to be stalling. A transfer fee of 100 million euros is under discussion. Gvardiol still has a contract in Leipzig until 2027.