Donyell Malen’s frustration over the score was evident in stoppage time of the 3-2 defeat against Hoffenheim last weekend. After a tussle involving Dennis Geiger, the Dutchman pushed his opponent – both players received yellow cards. In Malen’s case, given it was his fifth of the season, it means he will miss the BVB’s fixture at Union Berlin on Saturday afternoon.##NAJAVA_MECA_7910249##But who could replace the in-form winger, who was also successful in the Champions League round of 16 against former club PSV Eindhoven? Head coach Edin Terzic has several options.Jamie Bynoe-GittensThe English youngster has already made some marks this season with one goal and four assists in the league. However, the 19-year-old naturally lacks consistency due to his age, with little impact in recent starts against Heidenheim and Freiburg. He is likely to remain an option from the bench.Karim AdeyemiThe quarter-hour against Hoffenheim marked his first appearance in 2024, having been sidelined since early December. It hasn’t been a standout season for the German national team hopeful, with only one assist in the league so far, although his Champions League record is slightly better. Given his lengthy absence, a starting role would be surprising.Julien DuranvilleMaking his first appearance since May and only the second since joining over a year ago, the highly talented 17-year-old Belgian has been dealing with muscle problems and slowly reintegrated into the first team. A starting role is not yet an option.Marius WolfThe versatile winger’s last league start dates back to 3 December. Overall, the player who rose from the lower leagues last season is struggling to keep up, especially with his contract expiring in just four months. In Berlin, Wolf is likely to serve as a backup for right-back Julian Ryerson.Julian BrandtThe attacking all-rounder recently played in a deeper midfield role alongside Marcel Sabitzer against Hoffenheim but can be deployed anywhere between defence and attack. It’s possible he could take up a position on the left or right of the attacking trio in a 4-2-3-1 formation alongside Marco Reus and opposite Jadon Sancho – although the 27-year-old is also seeking the consistency he showed in the first half of the season.
