Timo Baumgartl was diagnosed with testicular cancer in May. After a successful operation and chemotherapy, the 26-year-old now wants to return to the training ground.

Baumgartl plans comeback after chemotherapy: Union Berlin defender Timo Baumgartl is hoping for a timely comeback after his successful tumor operation. “I’ve had all the chemotherapy that should be done. I’m fine, even if my hair has fallen out,” said the 26-year-old in an interview with the “Bild” newspaper: “I was already running.”

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Not even his girlfriend knows the date for his return: In May, Baumgartl underwent cancer surgery for a tumor in his testicles. The plan for his return to the Irons’ training ground is already in place. He has “an appointment in mind, but not even my girlfriend knows it yet,” said the defensive man about his planned comeback.