How did Adeyemi react to his punishment? BVB boss offers insight | OneFootball

After his emotional outburst against Mönchengladbach, Karim Adeyemi found himself particularly in the spotlight at BVB. Sporting director Sebastian Kehl now gives insights into how the attacking player reacted to the fine.

The commotion surrounding Karim Adeyemi at Borussia Dortmund has, for now, come to an end. Following the attacker’s emotional outburst during the Bundesliga match against Borussia Mönchengladbach, sporting director Sebastian Kehl has now openly discussed the internal consequences—and also provided some insight into Adeyemi’s reaction to the imposed fine.

At the training camp on the Costa del Sol, a clarifying conversation took place soon after the team’s arrival. Kehl made it clear that the situation was resolved without major escalation. “We had the conversation, but it was in a very good setting,” the BVB boss explained during a media round. Particularly noteworthy: Adeyemi accepted the sanction without resistance. “Karim accepted it in the end,” Kehl added.

The reason for the internal measure was Adeyemi’s behavior after being substituted. The 23-year-old reacted angrily after about an hour of play, wanted to go straight to the dressing room, and had to be stopped by Kehl himself. Previously, Adeyemi had already clashed several times with opponents and the referee, prompting coach Niko Kovac to react decisively and take him off the field.

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Despite the clear words, Kehl showed understanding for his player’s emotions. “I believe Karim understood that his behavior in that moment wasn’t good. Still, it was emotional,” said the sporting director, referencing his own experiences as a professional. What matters now, he said, is looking ahead.

And that’s exactly where Kehl sees positive signs. Adeyemi has presented himself professionally at the training camp and is working with focus. “Karim is a good kid. He’s giving it his all in training,” Kehl praised, adding that the attacker isn’t letting the surrounding circumstances distract him.

At the same time, the 45-year-old made it clear that there are clear boundaries within the club. “But at some point, I believe, you have to have a serious conversation together,” Kehl emphasized. That conversation has taken place—and with that, the matter is closed from the club’s perspective. At BVB, the focus is now set to return to sporting matters.

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