Could Borussia Dortmund be forced to abandon their pursuit of a player reportedly earmarked for a move to Signal Iduna Park next season? The latest news and rumours surrounding BVB.
After BVB’s 0-1 loss to Bayer Leverkusen, players and staff are mostly concerned about the sporadic boos aimed at Nico Schlotterbeck. It is commendable that they are closing ranks to defend him, but this solidarity also masks a troubling drop in team morale.
Under questionable circumstances, Aaron Anselmino was forced to leave Borussia Dortmund abruptly during the winter transfer window. Chelsea FC then immediately loaned the 20-year-old defender to Racing Strasbourg, where he has struggled to make an impact.
Niko Kovac has jumped to the defense of Nico Schlotterbeck after the defender was forced to debunk "false" reports regarding a contract extension. The Borussia Dortmund boss insists the player has done nothing wrong by clarifying his future amidst intense media speculation.
The Guirassy clause could end up costing BVB dearly in two ways. Sancho gets injured in a friendly and a mega-talent is being treated with kid gloves. The latest news and rumours surrounding Borussia Dortmund.
It is not just the restructuring of the sporting director role that means BVB are facing a major shake-up next summer. A number of long-serving players are set to leave the club – and even without these departures, there are gaps in the squad that need to be addressed urgently.
BVB loaned Cole Campbell to TSG 1899 Hoffenheim in the winter, believing the 20-year-old would get more playing time there. But the exact opposite has turned out to be the case.
BVB manager Niko Kovac is extremely annoyed by one aspect of VAR, whilst Lothar Matthäus took the boos on his birthday in his stride. News and rumours about Borussia Dortmund.
Jobe Bellingham had a difficult start at Borussia Dortmund and struggled to adapt to the higher standard of play. That never worried manager Niko Kovac. The 20-year-old has since made remarkable progress at BVB.
