Borussia Monchengladbach’s midfielder Florian Neuhaus has been fined and removed from the first team after a video surfaced online showing him seemingly making fun of the club’s sporting director.
In the video, Neuhaus is seen speaking with several people wearing Gladbach shirts. During the conversation, he appears to call sporting director Roland Virkus “the worst manager in the world” and mentions that Virkus was responsible for deciding his yearly salary of four million euros (around $4.71 million).
Borussia Monchengladbach announced that Florian Neuhaus has been given a “heavy” punishment. He has been fined and banned from training with the main team for four weeks. According to German newspaper Bild, the fine is about 100,000 euros.
Club CEO Stefan Stegemann said in a statement on Thursday, “Florian Neuhaus’s actions and comments were unacceptable and have hurt the image of the club. His behavior disappointed many people and goes against the values we believe in.”
Neuhaus has been with Gladbach since 2017 and has played over 200 matches for the club in all competitions. However, last season he was mostly used as a substitute and only appeared in 17 league games, with the team finishing in 10th place.
FAQ
Who is Florian Neuhaus?
Florian Neuhaus is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Borussia Mönchengladbach and has represented the German national team.
What is the controversial video about?
The details of the video haven’t been fully confirmed publicly, but it allegedly shows Neuhaus involved in behavior that many found inappropriate or offensive, leading to backlash.
What kind of action is Neuhaus facing?
Neuhaus could face disciplinary action from his club, including fines, suspension, or internal investigation. The Bundesliga or DFB (German Football Association) may also get involved if necessary.
Has Borussia Mönchengladbach responded?
Yes, the club has acknowledged the incident and stated they are reviewing the matter internally before taking any further steps.
Did Neuhaus release a statement?
As of now, there’s no official statement from Neuhaus, but he may speak out once the club completes its review or if the situation escalates.
