World Cup winner Mario Goetze admits the metabolism disorder which sidelined him for five months is 'now part of his life', with the Germany star poised to resume playing on Saturday.

Borussia Dortmund admitted on Wednesday the season is over for Germany's fallen star Mario Goetze as the World Cup winner battles against an a unspecified metabolism disorder.

Germany's World Cup winner Mario Goetze has been left out of Borussia Dortmund's squad for Tuesday's Champions League last 16, first-leg, clash against Benfica.

Germany's World Cup winning goalscorer Mario Goetze returns to Borussia Dortmund after a frustrating three seasons with Bayern Munich.

Bayern Munich's Mario Goetze could benefit from a potential move, with the talented attacking midfielder in need of a coach who trusts him, Germany coach Joachim Loew said on Friday.