Mainz youngster on BVB radar – Dortmund interested in Kacper Potulski | OneFootball

The future of Nico Schlotterbeck is expected to be decided soon. Regardless of whether the national player, as hoped by the club, extends his contract dated until 2027 in the long term or seeks a new challenge in the summer, Borussia Dortmund will almost certainly add at least one new central defender.

Since Niklas Süle, who is under contract until June 30, will not receive a new contract, a spot in BVB's defense will definitely become available. Additionally, with Emre Can, who is likely to be out until well into the fall after suffering a cruciate ligament tear last week in the 3-2 loss against FC Bayern Munich, a quick return is not expected. It is also not entirely ruled out that Ramy Bensebaini, who is repeatedly courted by foreign clubs, might be another option leaving the three-man defense.

Several Bundesliga clubs interested

The Dortmund officials are certainly keeping a close eye on the market for the summer and presumably already have potential candidates in mind who could stabilize the black and yellow defense and ideally bring long-term value appreciation potential.

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According to information from the portal 4-4-2.com, Kacper Potulski, a youngster from 1. FSV Mainz 05, is not only on Dortmund's list, but BVB is said to have the best chances of signing him if the defensive talent wants to take the next step in the summer. A transfer fee of 15 to 25 million euros is being discussed.

The 18-year-old Pole has played his first ten Bundesliga games this season and has also proven himself internationally in five Conference League matches. With his performances, Potulski has not only caught the attention of BVB but is also reportedly being considered by Bayer Leverkusen, VfB Stuttgart, TSG Hoffenheim, and even FC Bayern Munich.

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