Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels' emotional farewell match took an awkward turn as his ex-wife Cathy Fischer and their young son Ludwig were conspicuously absent from the guest list—while his current girlfriend, model Maylis Derenne, was front and centre in the VIP section.
The 35-year-old football star bid an emotional goodbye to Dortmund fans after 13 years across two spells with the club, but the exclusion of his former family has raised eyebrows. Hummels and Fischer, who divorced in 2021 after seven years of marriage, share joint custody of their 6-year-old son.
Model Girlfriend Steals the Spotlight
Meanwhile, Derenne, 28, was photographed cheering enthusiastically from the stands during Hummels' final match at Signal Iduna Park. The French model, who went public with Hummels in 2022, has become a regular fixture at his games.
Insiders suggest the snub may stem from lingering tensions between Hummels and Fischer following their high-profile split. "It's no secret their divorce wasn't entirely amicable," revealed a source close to the player.
Fan Reactions Mixed
Dortmund supporters have expressed divided opinions about the situation. While some argue personal matters shouldn't overshadow Hummels' football legacy, others question the decision to exclude his son from such a milestone moment.
"However you feel about your ex, keeping a child away from their father's career highlight seems harsh," commented one fan on social media.
Hummels has yet to address the absence publicly, focusing instead on thanking fans for their support throughout his Dortmund career. The veteran defender made over 500 appearances for Die Borussen across his two stints, winning two Bundesliga titles and three DFB-Pokals.
