Former Germany keeper Tim Wiese is set to become an official WWE wrestler when he makes his debut in the ring in November following an intensive training camp.
The 34-year-old, who has represented the likes of Werder Bremen, 1899 Hoffenheim and FC Kaiserslautern, as well as his native country Germany on six occasions, will be swapping the goal posts for a wrestling ring as he looks to become the first professional player to make the switch to the entertainment sport.
Wiese took part in a three week extensive training program last monthin Orlando, Floridain preparation for the WWE live event inMunich's Olympiahalle after beingpersonally invited by wrestling legend Triple H, the 14-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion and Executive Vice President of Talent, Live Events and Creative.
Since then, the former shot-stopper has been training in Cologne in a specially built ring and training complex, and during his transformation, the already in-shape Bundesliga keeper has bunged on 34kg, now weighing in at a scary 129kg. Crikey.
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According toFox Sports, Wiese has spoken of his excitement at finally making his debut in the prestigious ring: "It's awesome to make my first WWE appearance in such a great match. I worked hard for this moment and I can't wait to step into the WWE ring."
Rumours suggest that Wiese will join up with WWE VeteransSheamus and Cesaro in a three-man team against The Shining Stars� and Bo Dallas.