After the Kehl bombshell at BVB: Matthäus delivers clear verdict | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund has caused a stir with the departure of Sebastian Kehl. Lothar Matthäus sees it not only as a loss for BVB, but also as a major opportunity for everyone involved.

The split from Sebastian Kehl has caused unrest at Borussia Dortmund. After a total of 24 years at the club – as a player, official, and most recently sporting director – the 46-year-old’s time has come to an unexpected end. Immediately afterwards, BVB already presented Ole Book as his successor. For Lothar Matthäus, however, this upheaval is not just a turning point, but also an opportunity.

In his Sky column, the record Germany international offered a critical assessment of the developments surrounding Kehl and pointed out that his influence had already been weakened beforehand: “When Lars Ricken was installed two years ago at Aki Watzke’s request, that was the first resounding slap in the face for Kehl.” With the latest decision, it has now finally become clear who is making the sporting decisions.

Matthäus still views Kehl’s departure in a nuanced way. He describes it as a “loss, but on the other hand also an opportunity for both sides to explore new paths.” While Dortmund can reshape itself, new prospects are also opening up for the former sporting director.

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Matthäus also views the appointment of Ole Book positively. The 40-year-old has made a name for himself at Elversberg and has done impressive work. “Kehl’s successor Ole Book has done very good work at Elversberg in recent years,” Matthäus emphasized, pointing to the club’s stable sporting development despite personnel changes.

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While Dortmund is daring a fresh personnel restart, Kehl could also soon find a new role. Hamburger SV in particular keeps being mentioned as a possible employer. Matthäus believes a move to the north would make sense: “I think it would do both sides good to go their separate ways.”

He also believes Kehl is capable of taking on a bigger role, for example as head of sport: “There is the possibility of working as head of sport, doing what Lars Ricken does at Borussia Dortmund.” For Matthäus, one thing is certain anyway: the longtime BVB professional would be an asset to any club: “I am convinced: whoever gets Sebastian Kehl makes a very good signing.”

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