Archive · 18 Aug 2025
Haller Returns to Utrecht After Time with Dortmund
Sebastien Haller, a soccer player, is going back to play for FC Utrecht in the Netherlands after playing for Borussia Dortmund in Germany.
He played for Utrecht before, from 2015 to 2017.
His time at Dortmund had challenges: he was diagnosed with cancer soon after joining but fought it and returned to the sport.
Haller is happy to return to a place where he feels comfortable, bringing his family back with him.
Sebastien Haller has completed a transfer from Borussia Dortmund to FC Utrecht.
The move marks a return to Utrecht for Haller, where he previously played from 2015-2017.
Haller's time at Dortmund included a diagnosis of testicular cancer shortly after signing in 2022.
He underwent surgeries and chemotherapy before returning to play in early 2023.
Haller expressed happiness and satisfaction with the transfer, citing family and familiarity.
- Who
- Sebastien Haller, a soccer player.
- What
- Sebastien Haller completed a transfer from Borussia Dortmund to FC Utrecht.
- When
- The transfer was completed on Monday.
- Where
- Haller is returning to FC Utrecht in the Netherlands.
- Why
- Haller wanted to return to a familiar place with his family.
- Player
- Sebastien Haller
- New Team
- FC Utrecht
- Former Team
- Borussia Dortmund
- Previous Utrecht stint
- 2015-2017
- Dortmund appearances
- 33 Bundesliga (9 goals), 6 Champions League (1 goal)
- Loan
- CD Leganes