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Usain Bolt prepares for trials with Borussia Dortmund as he eyes career switch

Usain Bolt in training with Mamelodi Sundowns stars from South Africa [Photo: Courtesy]

The eight-time World 100 metres Olympic champion Usain Bolt is considering swapping his career as a sprinter to a professional footballer. A British media outlet Daily Mail indicates that the Jamaican Olympic icon is determined to make his career switch a success after successfully training with the South African Premier League side Mamelodi Sundowns on Monday.

The 31 year old has been on a preparation path to stay in shape for his trial set for March with Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund.

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