Predicted Borussia Dortmund lineup vs Manchester City
By Tushar Bahl
Midfielders: Emre Can, Jude Bellingham, Julian Brandt
Salih Özcan’s suspension is a big blow for Borussia Dortmund. The three man midfield worked really well when the two sides met last month. But with no other defensive midfielders in the squad, Edin Terzic will be forced to go with a more attack-minded starting XI on Tuesday.
Emre Can will start in the number six role in the absence of Özcan. He will need to deliver a very disciplined performance if Borussia Dortmund are to have any chance of getting a result against Manchester City.
Jude Bellingham has scored in all four of BVB’s UEFA Champions League games so far this season. And he will be keen to keep that record going on Tuesday. The England international will be crucial to his side’s hopes on both ends of the pitch.
Julian Brandt will likely play in the attacking midfield role. And if he manages to deliver a repeat of the all-round performance we saw from him at the weekend, he can make a real impact against Manchester City.