Arjen Robben will not make his first appearance for Groningen against PEC Zwolle on Friday after he requested not to be considered for selection.
Former Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Chelsea star Robben came out of retirement and signed a one-year contract with his boyhood club Groningen, who he wanted to help amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The 36-year-old winger was expected to feature against Zwolle but will not take part after feeling the effects of an intense week of training.
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"I want to get even fitter before I start competitions.