BVB in with a good chance of Asllani, two issues remain | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund remain interested in signing Fisnik Asllani. But in the transfer race for the Hoffenheim forward, BVB are now facing competition from within the Bundesliga.

Fisnik Asllani remains one of the most intriguing names on Borussia Dortmund’s transfer shortlist. As BILD reports, there has recently been renewed contact between BVB and the entourage of the TSG Hoffenheim striker. Dortmund are said to have once again reiterated their general interest, while also making it clear that any potential move for the 23-year-old currently depends on further developments within their own squad.

More specifically, a move for the Kosovo international is said to become more realistic above all if Serhou Guirassy or Karim Adeyemi leave the club this summer. As long as both attacking players remain in Dortmund, it will likely be difficult for the Black and Yellows to make serious progress in their pursuit of Asllani.

The striker himself is reportedly very open to a move to BVB. Asllani has been one of the big winners of recent months. Even during his loan spell at SV Elversberg, the Berlin-born forward drew attention with numerous goals and assists. He has since made his breakthrough at Hoffenheim as well, playing his way onto the wish lists of several Bundesliga clubs with a string of strong performances. In the season just ended, he recorded a total of 19 goal contributions, earning himself consideration for bigger challenges.

BVB face competition from Leipzig for Fisnik Asllani

For Borussia Dortmund, however, the situation is becoming increasingly complicated. According to information from BILD, RB Leipzig are now also seriously pursuing the forward. The report says that talks have already taken place between the Saxony-based club and the player’s camp. However, Leipzig are currently in a similar situation to BVB, as changes in their own attacking squad would first be necessary.

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Another key factor remains the release clause written into his contract. Clubs that have taken part in the Champions League over the past three years can sign Asllani for around €30 million. For clubs without that status, the fee is about €25 million.

Of particular interest from Dortmund’s perspective: BVB now employ sporting director Ole Book, the same man who closely supported and developed Asllani during his time at Elversberg. That could certainly help the Black and Yellows in their bid to land the forward.

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