Edin Terzic, the former manager of Borussia Dortmund, has expressed his views on the challenges faced by several players transitioning from the Bundesliga to the Premier League. During a discussion on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 22:06 UK time, Terzic highlighted the struggles of Florian Wirtz, Xavi Simons, and Jadon Sancho, all of whom have found it difficult to settle into their new environment in England.
Terzic’s statements would seem to ring true, especially as he continues to process the unusual pressure that comes from playing within the Premier League. He pointed out that the former Bundesliga players have a particularly difficult time adjusting. Combined with the fast-paced, highly competitive nature of English football, this makes for a hellacious learning curve for them. This time, users streamed the discussion through a video player. To enable immersive features, please use the Chrome browser for the best viewing experience.
Florian Wirtz has been grabbing headlines lately with his phenomenal run of form at Bayer Leverkusen in Germany. Since his transfer to the Premier League, he’s found it difficult to produce that same level of success. Likewise, Sancho, formerly of Manchester United, has found the going tough after a consistent spell from his Dortmund days. Xavi Simons, another breakout prodigy who made the jump from the Bundesliga, is still acclimatizing.
Terzic underlined that these players must learn to adjust to the tactical variations found between leagues. They have to deal with the unforgiving media attention and pressure of fan expectation that playing in England brings. He stressed the need for patience and backing from clubs and coaching staff clearly during this transitional phase.
As a former Borussia Dortmund boss, Terzic knows exactly the sort of talent these players have in their legs. He called on clubs to make sure their players have the right resources and guidance to adapt better and play smarter. Terzic believes that with time and the right environment, these talented individuals can harness their skills and thrive in the Premier League.
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