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After exchanging pleasantries with the Lewandowskis, Mane was enquired about how he was feeling at Munich by Bayern’s former star striker, Robert Lewandowski. Mane was quick to reply that it would have been better with Lewy also in Munich alongside him in the Bayern squad. It was one of those warm, wholesome and funny moments that doesn’t always get captured on video.

Michael Gregoritsch did not travel to Bremen due to a knock, with Roland Sallai replacing him in the starting XI. Lukas Kübler also came into the side for Kiliann Sildillia. SC began in a 3-4-3, with Vincenzo Grifo, Lucas Höler and Sallai in attack.

The club have terminated Daishawn Redan’s loan to FC Utrecht, which had been in place since the summer, instead agreeing an immediate transfer to Venezia FC for the 21-year-old striker. “This is the good solution for all parties. We wish Daishawn all the best for the future,” said sporting director Benjamin Weber.

Alongside the announcement of new signing Tolga Ciğerci, there was also one outgoing for the ‘Old Lady’ on the last day of the transfer window – at least until the summer. Myziane Maolida has moved on loan to French team Stade Reims until the end of the season. “The chance came up for Myziane to move back to his homeland and to be able to gain minutes there playing in the French first division. We wish him all the best,” said sporting director Benjamin Weber about the transfer on Tuesday.

Tom, you’ve competed in a few competitive matches so far this year, occasionally making it into the starting XI. Did you ever imagine that things would work out so well for you?

11 RBL wins in 13 games against Hertha | RBL in fifth place, Hertha in 16th | Kick-off at 18:30 CEST at the Olympiastadion in Berlin

When 1. FSV Mainz 05 meet their partner club, 1. FC Kiedrich, in Geisenheim for their first pre-season friendly of the season, it will be a special game for one man more than most: Robin Zentner is especially looking forward to the game as he takes on the club from his current hometown. The 27-year-old knows the region very well, being born in Rüdesheim, growing up in Eltville and living in Kiedrich. “It will definitely be a fun experience. I’m looking forward to the weekend and think it’ll be a special occasion for everyone in the region, myself especially,” said the goalkeeper.

VfB Stuttgart drew 3-3 with Borussia Dortmund in a thrilling encounter.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, the squad is scheduled for two further training sessions at 10.30 and 16.30.

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You’ve played every minute of every competitive match this season. Did you expect that a few months ago?