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Borussia Dortmund have officially announced the signing of Jesper Verlaat. The former TSV 1860 Munich captain will strengthen BVB’s U23 side in the future.

Borussia Dortmund have officially announced the signing of Jesper Verlaat. The former TSV 1860 Munich captain is joining the Black and Yellows’ U23 team and has signed a contract until 30 June 2029. The 30-year-old centre-back moves to Dortmund on a free transfer after his contract with the Munich Lions expired.

Verlaat has been one of the defining figures at 1860 in recent years and led the team onto the pitch as captain on multiple occasions. Following Munich’s enforced relegation to the Regionalliga Bayern, his four-year spell with the Lions has now come to an end.

With his experience, the Dutchman is expected to play an important role in Dortmund’s U23 side going forward. Verlaat has made a total of 239 appearances in the 3. Liga, as well as another 32 in the 2. Bundesliga. That means he brings plenty of professional experience to BVB’s young squad.

BVB relying on Jesper Verlaat’s experience

“With Jesper, we are gaining an experienced player for the centre of defence. He will be an important support for our young players on and off the pitch,” said U23 sporting director Ingo Preuß about the signing of the defender. However, last season was far from ideal for Verlaat. Due to a persistent injury, the son of former Bundesliga professional Frank Verlaat made only six competitive appearances for TSV 1860 Munich.

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At BVB, the defender is now looking to get fully back on track. Verlaat will begin preparations for the upcoming season with his new teammates on 21 June. After two days of performance testing, the first training session on the pitch is scheduled for 23 June.

For Dortmund’s reserve team, the transfer is an important step in ensuring the squad has experienced leaders alongside its young talents. At 30, Verlaat is currently even the oldest player in the U23 squad.

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