Decision looming in contract talks: Brandt weighing up BVB offer | OneFootball

Julian Brandt faces an important decision about his future at BVB. The playmaker has a new, but significantly reduced, contract offer on the table.

Borussia Dortmund has taken the next step in the battle for Julian Brandt’s future. According to consistent reports from several media outlets, the 29-year-old now has a concrete contract offer from BVB. The attacking midfielder, whose current contract expires at the end of the season, is thus facing an important decision regarding his sporting future.

Brandt, who joined Dortmund from Bayer Leverkusen in 2019 for around 25 million euros, is currently one of the top earners in the squad with an estimated annual salary of seven to eight million euros. However, according to Sky, an extension would only be offered at reduced terms. The new contract is said to be more performance-based, meaning Brandt would no longer reach his previous financial level.

The 48-time international is currently reviewing the offer together with his team of advisors and has neither accepted nor declined. According to insiders, Brandt wants to take his time to weigh all options. A transfer in the winter is considered out of the question—the attacking player wants to finish the season at BVB.

Will he stay or go? Brandt reviews BVB offer

Sportingly, this season has been mixed for Brandt. He started in only five of his 13 competitive appearances, but was able to prove his efficiency with four goals and two assists. Nevertheless, his role in the team is not undisputed, which further influences the contract talks.

Rumors of a possible move abroad persist. His recent Spanish lessons, in particular, have fueled speculation, possibly hinting at a move to Spain. However, according to Sky reporter Patrick Berger, the reason for this is less about transfer plans and more about Brandt’s private life—his new girlfriend is from Catalonia.

Whether Julian Brandt will extend his contract in Dortmund or seek a new challenge in the summer remains open. For BVB, losing the playmaker on a free transfer would be financially painful—making the pressure to reach a decision soon all the greater.

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