Is Sabitzer leaving BVB? „There were ten different enquiries“ | OneFootball

There have been increasing transfer rumors surrounding Marcel Sabitzer at Borussia Dortmund during this transfer window. His agent Roger Wittmann has now provided clarity about the BVB star’s future.

Marcel Sabitzer’s future at Borussia Dortmund has repeatedly been the subject of speculation in recent weeks. The added competition in Dortmund’s midfield, in particular, made a departure for the Austrian seem possible. Shortly before the end of the transfer window, however, the situation is now clear: Sabitzer is staying at BVB.

His agent Roger Wittmann confirmed this to Sky on Tuesday. There was certainly no lack of interest in his client. “There were ten different inquiries, but Marcel Sabitzer will stay,” Wittmann explained. A move on Deadline Day is therefore off the table. According to his agent, the 32-year-old still feels comfortable in Dortmund. Sabitzer is “happy” and has the opportunity to play at a “high level” at BVB.

Despite the numerous inquiries, no concrete option apparently emerged that would have led to a departure. Sabitzer is therefore set to begin his fourth season in Dortmund’s colors. The midfielder joined BVB from Bayern Munich in 2023 for €19 million. Since then, he has made 119 competitive appearances for the Black and Yellows, contributing eight goals and 13 assists.

Sabitzer’s BVB contract runs until 2027

One of the highlights of his time in Dortmund so far was reaching the 2024 Champions League final, which BVB lost 2-0 to Real Madrid. From a sporting perspective, however, Sabitzer now has to deal more intensely with competition for places. Recently, the Austrian international has more often come off the bench. He was also brought on as a substitute twice at the start of the new season.

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With Felix Nmecha, Jobe Bellingham, and new signing Joey Veerman, coach Niko Kovac has additional options available in central midfield. In the long term, however, Sabitzer’s future remains open. His contract with Borussia Dortmund only runs until the summer of 2027.

Wittmann already hinted that his client could then reassess his options. “Next year,” Sabitzer could weigh his possibilities. Wittmann also commented on Fisnik Asllani. The striker, who had temporarily been linked with Dortmund, will also not be moving and will remain at TSG Hoffenheim.

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