BVB under pressure: Bergamo clash could seal stars' futures | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund faces a pivotal week with the decisive Champions League match in Bergamo. The duel could not only bring millions to BVB but also influence the future of Nico Schlotterbeck and Karim Adeyemi.

Borussia Dortmund is entering one of the most crucial weeks of the season. Within a few days, BVB will first face Atalanta Bergamo in the Champions League playoff second leg, followed by the Bundesliga classic against FC Bayern Munich. Despite the sporting and emotional significance of the duel with the record champion, the clear focus is on the Champions League – for sporting and financial reasons.

According to BILD, reaching the round of 16 would bring Dortmund a bonus of around eleven million euros. These revenues play a central role in the medium-term planning for the management. The club is in an important phase not only in sports but also structurally. The additional funds could help strengthen the squad specifically and remain capable of action in important contract negotiations.

The main focus is on Nico Schlotterbeck and Karim Adeyemi. The future of Schlotterbeck remains open. The central defender is said to make his decision dependent on whether BVB remains consistently competitive at the highest level.

Future of BVB stars Schlotterbeck and Adeyemi still open

A successful performance in the Champions League would significantly strengthen Dortmund's arguments in courting the national player, especially as international top clubs are repeatedly linked with him.

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The situation with Karim Adeyemi is also complex. Although the offensive player still has a contract until 2027, the club is intensively considering his perspective. Internally, it is being weighed whether an extension is sensible or whether a sale should be considered if a suitably high offer is made. What is clear is that sporting success in the Champions League could play a decisive role for both personnel matters. Besides the financial component, it is also about the attractiveness of the club for existing and potential key players.

The game in Bergamo on Wednesday (6:45 PM) is therefore much more than just another knockout duel. It is a key match for the sporting future, squad planning, and strategic direction of Borussia Dortmund. Advancing would not only help the club financially but also send an important signal for stability and ambition.

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