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By Rune Gjerulff@runegjerulff

“He’s not an RB man” – Polanski on Reitz facing future club

Gladbach coach Eugen Polanski is not concerned about Rocco Reitz’s commitment ahead of the weekend clash with RB Leipzig, despite the midfielder facing his future club.
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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-old’s commitment, however.

“We expected the question to come. It’s not in my head, and I don’t think it’s in Rocco’s 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.” 

He added that the unusual situation could even bring out a stronger performance from the midfielder.

“When you play against your future club, you want to show your best side.”

Reitz is set to join RB Leipzig on a contract running until 2031 this summer.

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