An Argentine as Brandt's successor? BVB eye Matías Soulé | OneFootball

During his seven years at Borussia Dortmund, Julian Brandt was seen as anything but beyond criticism, yet he consistently remained one of the team’s top scorers and, with his departure this summer, initially leaves a gap in attacking midfield. However, BVB do not just want to fill that gap, but rather strengthen the position with added quality. One candidate who could make that happen is Matías Soulé.

As Gazzetta dello Sport reports, Borussia, like Aston Villa, are said to be interested in Soulé, who for his part apparently wants to leave AS Roma and take on a new challenge.

Having joined Roma from Juventus two years ago for just under €30 million after a strong season on loan at Frosinone Calcio, the now 23-year-old Argentine has not fully lived up to expectations in the Eternal City. Seven goals and eight assists in 42 competitive appearances last season was not a bad return, but considering Soulé’s potential, it was actually too little.

Soulé prefers the Premier League

Soulé, who is still waiting for his debut for the Argentine national team and was also not included by coach Lionel Scaloni in the defending champions’ World Cup squad, is said to prefer a move to the Premier League. However, the interest from Aston Villa and AFC Bournemouth has so far not progressed beyond an early stage.

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BVB, on the other hand, seem to be pursuing the matter more concretely and can also tempt him with the prospect of Champions League football. They are also said to have a good relationship with Roma, prompting Gazzetta dello Sport to even speculate about a possible summer friendly in which Soulé could already be wearing the black-and-yellow shirt.

But that will only happen if the Italians are willing to compromise. A transfer fee currently being discussed in the region of €35 to €40 million is unlikely to be affordable for BVB.

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