Dortmund target Kovac linked with English top club | OneFootball

After strong performances with Borussia Dortmund, Niko Kovac has gained international attention. The BVB coach is being considered as a potential coaching candidate at Manchester United.

The positive sporting development of Borussia Dortmund under Niko Kovac has apparently caught attention on the international stage. According to journalist Rudy Galetti, the BVB coach is on Manchester United's list of candidates. The English record champion is currently intensely exploring possible coaching solutions for the upcoming season.

The search was triggered by the recent departure of Ruben Amorim, who had to vacate his position due to internal differences and a persistent sporting crisis. Michael Carrick is currently serving as interim coach. The former professional is only planned until the summer, but recently made a case for a possible long-term solution with a convincing 2-0 victory against Manchester City.

Regardless, the decision-makers at Old Trafford are exploring the market. Alongside Kovac, several prominent names are being considered, including Oliver Glasner, who is currently under pressure at Crystal Palace. According to Galetti, Kovac is seen as an exciting candidate whose work in Dortmund will be closely monitored in the coming months. However, no direct contact has taken place so far, and initial talks are not expected until late spring at the earliest.

BVB Coach Kovac Allegedly a Candidate at Manchester United

The 54-year-old is under contract with Borussia Dortmund until 2027 and has impressed since taking over in February 2025. An early departure is currently not an issue—especially since Kovac reportedly turned down an offer in the winter.

At that time, according to Galetti, he was in talks with Chelsea FC after the Blues parted ways with Enzo Maresca. However, Kovac did not want to leave Dortmund in the middle of the season, leading Chelsea to ultimately prefer Liam Rosenior. Whether a new situation will arise in the summer remains open.

Although Kovac is not currently considered the top favorite in Manchester, his consistent performances with BVB have earned him a spot on the shortlist. Whether this will lead to more depends on developments in Dortmund and the further coaching search at Manchester United.

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