Marco Reus:
Name: Marco Reus
D.O.B.: 31/09/1989
Age: 22
P.O.B.: Dortmund, Germany
Position: Striker, Right Midfielder
Club: Borussia Mönchengladbach (Will join Borussia Dortmund in the summer)
National Team: Germany
Previous Clubs: Rot Weiss Ahlen, Borussia Dortmund (youth)
It is somewhat fitting that Marco Reus, a Dortmund native, will return back to the club that rejected him as a 17 year old. Rejected by Borussia Dortmund for being too small, Reus left his boyhood club for Rott-Weiss Ahlen, whom he led to the 2. Bundesliga.
A successful season in Germany's second tier for Ahlen left Borussia Mönchengladbach intrigued, a club who's best player, Marko Marin, was on the verge of signing for Werder Bremen. Reus was a similar player to Marin, both wingers, both sporting blonde hair and they shared the same first name. Hence, it was natural to see Reus as the replacement for Marin.
Reus, however, exceeded expectations and became a better player than Marko Marin, who had stalled somewhat in Bremen. Reus then exploded this year and is now arguably the best player in the Bundesliga. Starting off as a right midfielder in a 4-4-2, Reus has transformed into a creative striker playing behind his frontline partner Mike Hanke. While Hanke is the goalscorer, Reus has thrived as a creator, not only setting up goals for others, but scoring also.
As with every young German who has emerged in the Bundesliga, Reus' name was etched into Bayern Munich's transfer list and many believed he was on the verge of joining Borussia's rivals. Thus, it came as a shock when Reus denounced Bayern Munich and elected to join Borussia Dortmund, his former club, for €17.5 million.
While Reus has played as a 'false nine' for Mönchengladbach, he may have to find his way out wide in a very talented Dortmund side. With Götze, Kagawa and Lewandowski already established at the club, Reus may have to find his place up front in a 4-2-3-1. Whether Dortmund choose to change their formation to suit Reus' talents or whether they will try to find a place for Reus in their already established side, Reus is likely to form a formidable partnership with Mario Götze and will look to re-astablish Borussia Dortmund as the best team in Germany for many years to come.
It is somewhat fitting that Marco Reus, a Dortmund native, will return back to the club that rejected him as a 17 year old. Rejected by Borussia Dortmund for being too small, Reus left his boyhood club for Rott-Weiss Ahlen, whom he led to the 2. Bundesliga.
A successful season in Germany's second tier for Ahlen left Borussia Mönchengladbach intrigued, a club who's best player, Marko Marin, was on the verge of signing for Werder Bremen. Reus was a similar player to Marin, both wingers, both sporting blonde hair and they shared the same first name. Hence, it was natural to see Reus as the replacement for Marin.
Reus, however, exceeded expectations and became a better player than Marko Marin, who had stalled somewhat in Bremen. Reus then exploded this year and is now arguably the best player in the Bundesliga. Starting off as a right midfielder in a 4-4-2, Reus has transformed into a creative striker playing behind his frontline partner Mike Hanke. While Hanke is the goalscorer, Reus has thrived as a creator, not only setting up goals for others, but scoring also.
As with every young German who has emerged in the Bundesliga, Reus' name was etched into Bayern Munich's transfer list and many believed he was on the verge of joining Borussia's rivals. Thus, it came as a shock when Reus denounced Bayern Munich and elected to join Borussia Dortmund, his former club, for €17.5 million.
While Reus has played as a 'false nine' for Mönchengladbach, he may have to find his way out wide in a very talented Dortmund side. With Götze, Kagawa and Lewandowski already established at the club, Reus may have to find his place up front in a 4-2-3-1. Whether Dortmund choose to change their formation to suit Reus' talents or whether they will try to find a place for Reus in their already established side, Reus is likely to form a formidable partnership with Mario Götze and will look to re-astablish Borussia Dortmund as the best team in Germany for many years to come.
Strengths:
- An intelligent footballer, Reus makes the right pass at the right time
- Is a great through ball passer and can anticipate the runs of his teammates, thus creating plenty of scoring chances
- Reus is very patient with the ball and won't force the ball forward, rather waiting for the best opportunity to spark an attack
- Can be a creative spark when in need of a goal
- When playing out wide, Reus is dangerous cutting inside and often looks to shoot into the near bottom corner
- Has a soft first touch and can control the ball in tight spaces
- Can change pace quickly and has a nice burst of acceleration
- While finishing, Reus tends to place the ball into the corner
- Is an adept set piece taker - can take corners
Weaknesses:
- Can overdribble the ball, hangs onto it for too long
- Isn't that skilled as a dribbler, relies more on his acceleration
- Can improve his long passing; this will create more chances for his teammates
The Statistics:
- Reus averages a stellar 3.1 dribbles per game
- Reus also averages 2.5 key passes per game, a great number for a striker
- His 1.9 tackles per game are also fantastic for a striker and exemplify his terrific work rate
- Since his move to the striker position, Reus has scored 11 goals and assisted 5 times in 13 games
- This compares favourably to 2 goals and no assists in 8 games as a right midfielder
Marc-André ter Stegen:
Name: Marc-André ter Stegen
D.O.B.: 30/04/1992
Age: 19
P.O.B.: Mönchengladbach, Germany
Position: Goalkeeper
Club: Borussia Mönchengladbach
National Team: Germany U19
Previous Clubs: N/A
While Marco Reus is returning back home, Marc-André ter Stegen is already at his childhood club. From Mönchengladbach, Ter Stegen played for Borussia since the age of four and has progressed up the youth system.
Earmarked as a great goalkeeping prospect from an early age, Ter Stegen broke into the Borussia first team in April last year and hasn't yet relinquished his role. At only 19, Ter Stegen has plenty of time to improve as a goalkeeper and will provide stiff competition to Manuel Neuer as Germany's number 1.
Strengths:
While Marco Reus is returning back home, Marc-André ter Stegen is already at his childhood club. From Mönchengladbach, Ter Stegen played for Borussia since the age of four and has progressed up the youth system.
Earmarked as a great goalkeeping prospect from an early age, Ter Stegen broke into the Borussia first team in April last year and hasn't yet relinquished his role. At only 19, Ter Stegen has plenty of time to improve as a goalkeeper and will provide stiff competition to Manuel Neuer as Germany's number 1.
Strengths:
- A great shot stopper, Ter Stegen uses his frame well
- Ter Stegen has great goal-kicks, which combine distance with accuracy
- He is adept at playing a sweeper role, which encourages any team that he plays for to play a high line
- Has a strong hand, can palm shots away from danger
- Ter Stegen is a vocal goalkeeper and can organise and inspire his defence
Weaknesses:
- His handling could be improved to stop any rebounding goals
- Needs to refine his positioning
The Statistics:
- Ter Stegen averages a mammoth 13.4 long balls per game, which is the highest amount of any player in the top five leagues. Furthermore, he is completing them at a 58% completion rate
Arango is the best player of the team in this moment, is a lack of respect not putting in this list
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