Shinji Kagawa scores on dream Dortmund return after Manchester United departure

Shinji Kagawa enjoyed a dream return to the Bundesliga as the former Manchester United midfielder scored a goal and provided an assist on his second debut for Borussia Dortmund. The Japan international set up Adrian Ramos to open the scoring against Freiburg in the 34th minute, before doubling the lead with a first time shot just before half time. Kagawa was given was given a royal welcome on his return the Wesfalenstadion, where he was greeted by banners and Japanese flags.

He left Dortmund for United in 2012, but struggled to convince a succession of managers that he was worthy of a regular starting place after arriving at Old Traffford for £12million. The 25-year-old was eventually offloaded by Louis van Gaal for a cut price £6.3million in the summer to be reunited with coach Jurgen Klopp, who has claimed the playmaker's treatment at United reduced him to tears. Dortmund, who eventually beat Freiburg 3-1, sold 5,000 Kagawa shirts when the midfielder returned to the club.

Source: dailymail