Ole Book confirms Dortmund interest in two attackers amid Mala and Karetsas links | OneFootball

"Of course, we would have liked to have already signed an attacking player. But, at the end of the day, you also have to pay attention to the laws of the market and go with the times."

He was speaking to Sky Sports before the pre-season test against Fortuna Düsseldorf.

"The timing is absolutely crucial there. We know what we want for two attacking positions."

Asked about a rejected bid for Köln youngster Said El Mala, Book replied: "In principle, I think everyone is aware that we don't comment on players who are not players of Borussia Dortmund."

"I'm pleased that we're holding the ranks so tightly together at BVB, so that nothing leaks out anymore, because the abundance of false information in the last few days was already quite remarkable."

"We are very happy that we were able to keep the spine of this team together. There was a lot of speculation in the media about all the key performers," said the 40-year-old.

Dortmund will fancy their chances of keeping Nico Schlotterbeck and Serhou Guirassy for the new season after reported release clauses in their contracts expired last week.

In addition to El Mala, Dortmund are working on a deal to sign Konstantinos Karetsas from Genk.

Source: BuLi News