Hannover 96's left-back Brooklyn Ezeh recently found himself in a tough spot, leading to an unforeseen situation.
With a actions on an ICE train that escalated out of control, Ezeh ended up requiring medical attention, specifically, admittance to a psychiatric ward.
Amidst this sensitive situation, Hannover 96's sporting director, Marcus Mann (39), offered words of comfort and understanding. "Brooklyn is getting all the time he needs from us," Mann said in a club statement. "He can be sure of our full support."
Stefan Leitl (46), the Hannover 96 coach, addressed the matter for the first time, adding that Ezeh would not be available to the team this year. However, the coach emphasized their commitment to supporting the player, acknowledging that he needed time to cope with the situation.
"He needs time, which we should give him," Leitl stated. The team, aware of Ezeh's situation, rallied behind him, focusing on offering their support and getting back to the usual training routine as soon as possible.
Hannover 96 is set to face SC Paderborn 07 on Sunday (1.30 pm), and according to Leitl, the players remain focused and determined to secure a victory. Three other key players, Cedric Teuchert, Max Besuschkow, and Christopher Scott, will also be unable to play due to injuries.
As the team prepares for the upcoming match, the support for Brooklyn Ezeh remains at the forefront, with 2300 Hannover fans set to attend the game in Paderborn.
Although details on Ezeh's specific mental health situation are not publicly available, Hannover 96 has ensured their full support throughout the ordeal.
