"Where’s the added value?" BVB lay down the law over transfer candidate | OneFootball

Amid ongoing transfer rumors about Fabio Silva, Borussia Dortmund draws a clear line. Sporting director Sebastian Kehl categorically rules out the departure of the forward in the winter.

Borussia Dortmund sets clear boundaries regarding Fabio Silva. Despite persistent rumors about a possible winter transfer of the Portuguese player, sporting director Sebastian Kehl makes it unmistakably clear: A departure is currently not up for discussion.

“There is currently no scenario in which we want to let Fabio go. The player knows this, and so does his agent,” Kehl clarified at the training camp in Marbella to the dpa. This is in response to reports suggesting that Silva, due to his limited playing time so far, is considering a change of scenery with an eye on the World Cup seeking a fresh start.

In fact, the 23-year-old has mostly been the second choice in Dortmund's attack behind Serhou Guirassy. Nevertheless, the sporting management sees no reason to let the striker go—even if there is concrete interest from other clubs. Kehl confirmed such inquiries but also emphasized the sporting logic behind Dortmund's stance: “But if we were to let him go, we would need a replacement, who in turn would need time to settle in. So the question for me is: Where is the added value? It just doesn't make sense.”

BVB continues to rely on Guirassy and Silva

BVB is rather counting on Silva playing a larger role in the second half of the season. After a difficult start, marked by an injury, the summer newcomer is now expected to increasingly showcase his qualities and invigorate the offense. Internally, he is trusted to increase the threat and creativity in the final third.

At the same time, attention is also on Guirassy. The Guinean international underperformed in the first half of the season but is now expected to become a key factor again. “We hope, of course, that he regains his flow,” said Kehl, noting that the striker left a highly motivated impression at the training camp.

For Silva, this means the competition remains fierce, and a quick escape via transfer is blocked. Dortmund's stance is clear—the forward should stay and earn his place in the team. BVB is sending a clear message: Instead of quick fixes, they are banking on continuity and trust in their own squad.

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