
Eugen Polanski stated that he has no doubts about Reitz's commitment and believes the question of his future is not on Reitz's mind.
Rocco Reitz will play against RB Leipzig on Saturday at the Red Bull Arena.
Rocco Reitz will face RB Leipzig, his future club, while playing for Borussia Mönchengladbach. Coach Eugen Polanski emphasizes Reitz's commitment and dismisses concerns about the player's focus.
âHeâs not an RB manâ â Polanski on Reitz facing future club
Saturday's game between RB Leipzig and Borussia Mönchengladbach at the Red Bull Arena will be a special occasion for the away side's Rocco Reitz, who will face his future club with his current one.
Gladbach coach Eugen Polanski has no doubts about the 23-year-oldâs commitment, however.
âWe expected the question to come. Itâs not in my head, and I donât think itâs in Roccoâs head either," Polanski said at a press conference ahead of the game.
"He's not an RB man, he is a Gladbach man and wants to say goodbye properly.â
He added that the unusual situation could even bring out a stronger performance from the midfielder.
âWhen you play against your future club, you want to show your best side.â
Reitz is set to join RB Leipzig on a contract running until 2031 this summer.
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