Renato Veiga back on Borussia Dortmund's radar as German giants battle Juventus to signing after Niklas Sule injury

With Niklas Sule sidelined for two months due to a muscle injury, Borussia Dortmund are weighing their options to reinforce the heart of their defence, and Chelsea defender Veiga is once again emerging as a strong candidate.   

This comes from a report from Sky Sportin Germany, who claim that the Bundesliga club has renewed its interest in the versatile Portuguese defender, who was close to joining Dortmund last season. At the time, a deal was reportedly agreed upon, but the transfer ultimately fell through. Veiga remained with Chelsea before being loaned out to Juventus in January. Now, with Dortmund facing renewed defensive concerns, Veiga's name has resurfaced on the club’s radar. The 22-year-old left-footed centre-back can also operate as a defensive midfielder and as a left-back.   

Veiga is under contract with Chelsea until 2031, but his representatives are actively exploring opportunities for a transfer this summer. Despite the fact that Levi Colwill is set to miss the majority of the 2025-26 season after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury, Veiga will not be a part of head coach Enzo Maresca's plans. Juventus have renewed their interest in signing the defender, impressed with his performances in the half-season loan spell earlier this year.     

Dortmund are actively looking for alternatives and have expressed interest in signing Argentine prospect Juan Gimenez from Rosario Central. The 19-year-old is believed to be available for a fee between €5-8 million (£4-7m/$6-9.5m). On the other hand, Veiga has found himself on the radar of Spanish heavyweights Atletico Madrid.