Referee Felix Zwayer continues his career.

"I feel good again, reoriented, strengthened and safe," said the 40-year-old on Wednesday, according to a statement from the German Football Association (DFB).

Zwayer took a break after his controversial lead in the Bundesliga top game last December between Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern (2: 3).

In the meantime, he had reported massive hostilities.

According to the DFB, the international referee will be available again "from next weekend".

"After very stressful events and moments for my family and myself, I decided to take some time off to reconsider and assess my personal and sporting situation together with my family, friends and important advisors," said Zwayer.

He is now "full of anticipation and with a lot of momentum from the entire football community" looking forward to continuing his "great passion, managing the game as a referee".

Zwayer was criticized by Dortmund after the game in December.

BVB midfielder Jude Bellingham verbally attacked the 40-year-old.

The Englishman had indirectly accused Zwayer of bribery, alluding to the Robert Hoyzer scandal 17 years ago.

Zwayer firmly rejected these allegations.