Freiburg overcomes Hertha on penalties after tense battle at Olympiastadion
Freiburg advanced to the semi-finals of the DFB Cup by beating Hertha BSC on penalties after the sides could not be separated during regular and extra time.
Report: Taylan Bulut emerging as transfer target after breakout season at Schalke
The 19-year-old right-back, who can also slot into central defence or push forward on the right wing, has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign in the 2. Bundesliga with 22 league appearances, notching one goal and one assist.
A product of Bayer Leverkusen's academy, Bulut joined Schalke determined to find first-team football - and has done just that.
His rapid development has seen his market value skyrocket from 250,000 euros to 5 million euros over the course of the season.
Despite Schalke's hopes of keeping the Germany U19 international, a summer move looks increasingly likely. Bulut's contract includes a 6-million-euro release clause, a figure several suitors appear ready to meet or exceed.
Bundesliga outfits Stuttgart and Freiburg are both monitoring the situation closely. Freiburg, in particular, are understood to be willing to offer up to 8 million euros should they secure Champions League qualification.
Interest extends beyond Germany as well. Italian side Atalanta were linked with Bulut in January, and Austrian champions RB Salzburg remain keen.
Nigerian star Philip Otele grateful for coaches' advice after Hamburg debut
Hamburger SV on loan striker Philip Otele has shown gratitude for his coaches' advice ahead of his impressive Bundesliga debut 2-0 win against bottom of the table Heidenheim.
Luis Diaz hat-trick, Harry Kane double sees Bayern Munich thrash Hoffenheim
Bayern Munich produced a ruthless attacking display to overwhelm Hoffenheim 5-1, with Luis Diaz firing a hat-trick and Harry Kane scoring twice from the penalty spot as the league leaders strengthened their grip on the Bundesliga summit.
Niko Kovac hails Borussia Dortmund's mentality after late winner at Wolfsburg
Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac has praised his team's mentality after a hard fought 2-1 victory over Wolfsburg at the Volkswagen Arena on Saturday.