Dortmund defence in doubt: is Süle still an option? | OneFootball

Aaron Anselmino and Waldemar Anton have traveled with Borussia Dortmund to the training camp in Marbella, but whether the two central defenders will be ready for the competitive match opener on Friday at Eintracht Frankfurt is still uncertain. It is therefore conceivable that it could once again be Niklas Süle’s time to shine—a player whose departure in the summer was actually considered a done deal, but for whom a door could still open.

In Anton’s case, Dortmund’s hopes for a comeback in Frankfurt after a minor muscle fiber tear have grown considerably. In any case, the chances are much higher than for Anselmino, who is still plagued by muscular problems and whose return is therefore hardly predictable. At least this makes it unlikely that Chelsea will make use of a recall clause and end Anselmino’s loan to Dortmund prematurely.

Financial concessions would be necessary

However, beyond the summer, BVB cannot plan with Anselmino, as Chelsea intends to integrate him into their own squad. Although signs point to a contract extension for Emre Can, Borussia is once again facing a potential issue in central defense or the back three. This is mainly due to Nico Schlotterbeck, whose sale after the current season is an option should the national player ultimately reject an extension of his contract, which runs until 2027.

According to information from Bild, BVB has long been considering various scenarios internally. In this context, Süle’s role is also being reassessed, according to the paper. Reading between the lines, this probably means that Dortmund is considering offering the 30-year-old an extension beyond June 30, 2026, after all.

However, a prerequisite for a new contract would likely be Süle’s willingness to accept significant financial concessions. Currently, the former national player is among the club’s top earners with a rumored annual salary of ten to fourteen million euros, and he would probably have to be willing to sign for considerably less.

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