Gossip swirls around the star handler of the DHB
Johannes Golla's past and present
Born and raised in MT Melsungen, Johannes Golla (26) honed his skills as a young player before venturing to SG Flensburg-Handewitt in 2018. He climbed the ranks, eventually becoming champion in 2020, and elevating to the role of captain for both the SG and the national handball team. With a strong commitment to the SG until 2026, Golla stands as the team's figurehead.
Flensburg imposes its confidence
Yet, whispers of his possible return to his roots in MT Melsungen have surfaced. According to "HNA", the club in Hesse had reportedly attempted to lure Golla back in 2021. However, he opted to extend his contract in Flensburg instead.
How Glandorf tackles the Golla speculation
Confronted by the possibility, SG managing director Holger Glandorf displayed a calm demeanor: "No, Johannes has a contract with us until 2026, and he's a crucial pillar for us. It's natural for top players to attract interest from other clubs and generate demand."
The Gollas settle in North
In the spring, Golla and his family moved to a new abode near Flensburg, with wife Elena, and young daughters Juna Liv (2) and Bela Henry (8 months), quickly adapting to the northern climate. Frequent family holidays to Hesse are a cherished tradition.
Allendorf: opportunistic link to MT
MT board member and sports director Michael Allendorf indicated that should a situation arise, the financially powerful club would seize the opportunity to reacquire Golla's talents.
The personal matter between MT and Golla
In response to the speculation, Glandorf remains optimistic: "Johannes plays at a top level and is crucial to the team, so we're not concerned. There's always interest from other clubs in top players."
MT considering the reinforcement of Aaron Mensing?
Meanwhile, MT Melsungen plans to bolster its roster for the upcoming season by selecting Aaron Mensing (26).
In summary, Golla remains committed to SG Flensburg-Handewitt as he has a deal with the team until 2026, and Flensburg aims to rejuvenate its squad with new talent, like Aaron Mensing, in the upcoming season.
