Nnamdi Collins speeds up return and is set for a starting XI role

Nnamdi Collins, at SC Freiburg, is seeing a sharp turnaround after a tough half-year with two extended injury lay-offs. As kicker reports, the timeline points first to a comeback as a late option against — setting up the next step.

After the international break, the expectation is that Collins earns a place in the starting XI. The return also links to a further tactical reshuffle, with the team again expected to line up in a three-center-back setup.