After 12 remarkable years at {statorium_team tid=42 sid=274 text="Borussia Dortmund"}, {statorium_player pid=1258 sid=274 text="Marco Reus"} has announced his departure from the club upon the expiration of his contract this summer. Reus, who endured the heartbreak of missing Germany's 2014 World Cup triumph due to injury, has been an emblem of BVB, having been associated with the club for an impressive 21 years when considering his time in the youth ranks.
Throughout his tenure, Reus played pivotal roles in Dortmund's journey to the 2013 Champions League final and securing two DFB Pokal victories, notably captaining the side to success in 2021. Wearing the armband for five years from 2018 to 2023, the 34-year-old attacking midfielder has etched his name in the annals of BVB's history as one of its greatest ever players.
Departure for New Horizons
At 34, Reus has opted to seek regular playing time elsewhere, bidding farewell to Dortmund to embark on a new chapter in his career. Despite the bittersweet emotions of leaving the club he's called home for over a decade, Reus expressed gratitude for the cherished memories and unwavering support from the fans throughout his journey.
In a heartfelt video released on BVB's social media channels, Reus conveyed his appreciation, saying, "I'm incredibly grateful for and proud of this special time at my club Borussia Dortmund. I have spent more than half of my life at this club and enjoyed every day, even though there have of course been difficult moments too. I already know now that I will find it difficult to say goodbye at the end of the season."
Gratitude and Focus for the Final Chapter
As Reus prepares for the final stretch of his Dortmund career, he emphasized the importance of focusing on the remaining matches and achieving the team's objectives. Expressing confidence in the collective effort required, he acknowledged the indispensable role of the club's passionate supporters in driving the team forward.
"We have a big objective in our sights that we all want to achieve together. To do so, we will need every single one of our unbelievable fans, to whom I would like to express my sincere thanks for their unbelievable support over the years," Reus added, underscoring the unity and determination within the Dortmund camp as they strive for success in the seasons ahead.