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Michael Ballack

• Date of Birth: 26 September 1976
• Birthplace: Görlitz, Görlitz, East Germany

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Michael Ballack speaks on Frank Lampard's success as Chelsea manager

31 October 2019 - 18:57

Former Chelsea star Michael Ballack has said that he is not surprised by the early success which Frank Lampard has enjoyed as the Chelsea head coach.

Michael Ballack makes big claim about Antonio Conte's replacement

28 March 2018 - 17:19

Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack believes Thomas Tuchel will only consider the Blues job, if they are able to finish in the Champions League positions next term.

Atakan Akkaynak

29 August 2017 - 07:05

Bayer Leverkusen have produced some of Germany's best young players in recent times and have brought through yet another wonderkid in midfielder Atakan Akkaynak. The 18-year-old central midfielder, comfortable playing in defensive or offensive positions, is one of the best young players in Germany and has represented the country's under-17's, 18's and 16's sides.

Ballack backs Chelsea to sign Leonardo Bonucci

07 October 2016 - 13:11

Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack feels Leonardo Bonucci would be an added boost to the Blues' backline, should he make the move to Stamford Bridge.

Germany Rising

09 July 2014 - 03:07

The momentum has been building for a good few years now. Joachim Low has built a squad that is ready to bring the World Cup back to Germany.

Michael Ballack staggered by Mesut Ozil criticism

25 June 2014 - 13:03

Former German international Michael Ballack has revealed that he is surprised by how Mesut Ozil has been treated in recent weeks. 

A transitional season awaits

03 June 2013 - 05:16

It was a remarkably strange close season as some of the biggest names in English football called time on their careers; this wasn't just big names on the pitch but also a notable managerial retirement too...

Bayer Leverkusen to end Ballack contract

18 February 2012 - 05:29

The CEO of Bayer Leverkusen, Wolfgang Holzhauser, has told reporters that Michael Ballack is free to leave the club in search of first team football. Ballack, formerly of Chelsea, has been linked with a return to England.

Ballack heads for Leverkusen exit door

30 January 2012 - 06:33

Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed that Michael Ballack will be free to quit the club this summer. The former Chelsea midfielder has been told that he is no longer needed at the club and the 35-year-old is expected to have talks with other teams this week.

Michael Ballack to quit Leverkusen

07 January 2012 - 17:16

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Michael Ballack has admitted that he is to quit the BayArena in the summer, once his contract with the club expires. The former German international is expected to receive offers from Greece and Turkey.

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