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No backup for striker Haaland next season - Dortmund Sporting Director

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Borussia Dortmund's rling Braut Haaland in action, following the resumption of play behind closed doors after the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) [Ina Fassbender/Pool via REUTERS]

Borussia Dortmund will not sign a backup for their main striker Erling Haaland, the club’s sports director Michael Zorc said, pointing to a record goal haul in the league last season as proof of their strength in attack.

The 20-year-old Haaland joined in the winter break and managed an impressive 13 goals, contributing to a club record of 84, as Dortmund finished in second place behind Bayern Munich.

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