Decision looming for Kabar: BVB gem set to leave? | OneFootball

Almugera Kabar faces a decisive phase after his injury: In the coming weeks, his sporting future at BVB will be determined between a comeback and a possible winter transfer.

Almugera Kabar is currently working on his comeback – but at the same time, his sporting future remains uncertain. The 19-year-old has been sidelined for Borussia Dortmund since mid-December due to injury: During the International Premier League Cup against Leeds United, the left-back twisted his ankle and had to be substituted. He will also miss the upcoming match against West Ham United, instead training individually in Dortmund.

According to the club, Kabar should be fully fit again in a few days. The sporting focus is initially on January 24, when the U23 side resumes play in the Regionalliga West against Sportfreunde Siegen. However, February 2 could be at least as significant – the last day of the winter transfer window.

Kabar remains one of the most likely candidates to leave BVB. Alongside Julien Duranville, the U17 World Champion is also on the radar of several clubs. In particular, Hamburger SV has been linked with him for weeks. According to the Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung, there have not yet been any concrete talks, but Dortmund still expects movement in the transfer market. The current injury should not stand in the way of a possible transfer.

Million-euro transfer possible? BVB in a comfortable position with Kabar

One thing is clear: a transfer will only take place if it makes sporting sense. If no convincing opportunity arises, another second half of the season with Dortmund's U23 is realistic – Kabar has scored four goals in ten appearances there this season.

The path to the first-team squad currently appears difficult. Daniel Svensson and Ramy Bensebaini have established themselves in his position, and Maximilian Beier has also been used as a left wing-back. Although Kabar collected his first Bundesliga minutes in autumn 2024, other players are currently closer to first-team action.

Nevertheless, Borussia Dortmund is in a comfortable position. Since signing his professional contract in February 2025, the club holds the stronger negotiating position in any potential talks – and could command a transfer fee in the millions if a deal is made. Whether this happens or Kabar continues to work on his breakthrough in Dortmund will be decided in the coming weeks.

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