After BVB exit, Adeyemi opens up on Barca move | OneFootball

After his move from BVB to FC Barcelona, Karim Adeyemi has spoken in detail for the first time about the background to the transfer. The Germany international talks about Hansi Flick, the competition in Barcelona, and his big goals.

Karim Adeyemi has spoken in detail for the first time about the background to his move from Borussia Dortmund to FC Barcelona. In an interview with the Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo, the 24-year-old looked ahead to his new challenge in Spain with great excitement and made it clear that a phone call from coach Hansi Flick immediately convinced him.

According to Adeyemi, the decision to join the Spanish champions came quickly. “He simply called me and asked if I wanted to come. I told him that of course I would, because it is the biggest club in the world and opportunities like this only come once in a lifetime.” The attacker therefore did not need much convincing. He already knows Flick from their time together with the German national team, which is why there is a strong sense of trust.

The move to Barcelona comes as a surprise to many, but Adeyemi revealed that there had been informal talks with the Catalans before. Only now, however, did those talks turn into a concrete transfer. The Bundesliga club will receive a base fee of 22 million euros for the winger, which could rise to as much as 29 million euros through bonuses. Adeyemi also signed a contract in Barcelona until 2031.

Former BVB star Adeyemi targets Germany comeback under Klopp

Despite the high-profile competition from Lamine Yamal, Raphinha and others, the Germany international is heading into the new season with confidence. “I’m not afraid of any player. I know I’ll get a chance to play if I give my best.” It is precisely this mindset that is meant to help him establish himself at one of Europe’s biggest clubs.

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With strong performances in Spain, Adeyemi also wants to force his way back into the German national team. After being left out under Julian Nagelsmann, he is now hoping for a new chance under Germany coach Jürgen Klopp. Above all, he is relying on his own performances: “I’m convinced I’ll be there if I play well.”

Adeyemi is also pursuing major sporting goals with Barcelona. His biggest dream remains winning the Champions League after losing the 2024 final against Real Madrid with Borussia Dortmund. Now he wants to make another push for Europe’s most important club title with the Catalans.

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