Ivorian striker Sebastien Haller fell ill during BVB’s training camp on July 18. And he was subsequently forced to leave. Following medical examinations, it was revealed that Haller was diagnosed with a testicular tumour.
In support to the Ivorian striker, the football world sent their well wishes to the Borussia Dortmund striker. Also extending his word of support, Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag described the news as ‘devastating’.
The Red Devils manager reacted to the news following his side’s 3-1 pre-season win over Crystal Palace on Tuesday. Ten Hag deemed Haller as a friend, while sending his well wishes to the striker’s family.
“It’s horrible.” Ten Hag told MUTV, as per TalkSport.
“I have a fantastic relationship with him.”
“He is my friend, my striker for several years with Utrecht and with Ajax.
“To hear such news is devastating. My thoughts are with him and with his family. And I hope he will recover quickly.”
Under Ten Hag, Haller had a stellar 2021/22 campaign in which he managed to score 34 goals in 42 games, while recording nine assists along the way.
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A day after the sad news, Haller himself took to social media to express his gatitude to those who showed supports to him.