Revealed: Kovac will only extend at BVB on one condition | OneFootball

After a successful season, Borussia Dortmund are in talks over a contract extension with Niko Kovac. However, the coach has set a clear condition for the club’s decision-makers.

The signs continue to point toward a long-term partnership between Borussia Dortmund and Niko Kovac. Although the coach’s contract still runs until 2027, those in charge are already looking into an extension. But before the Croatian puts his signature on a new deal, he apparently expects clear signals in the transfer market.

As Sport Bild reports, Kovac and the BVB bosses are generally in agreement about continuing their cooperation. However, there is still no written agreement. According to the report, a meeting already took place after the end of last Bundesliga season between Kovac and club executives Lars Ricken and Ole Book, during which the course was set for the future.

Sporting director Ole Book in particular is considered a strong supporter of the coach. Despite occasional criticism of his rather pragmatic style of play, the 54-year-old is said to enjoy strong backing internally. His sporting record speaks for itself anyway: after Kovac led BVB into the Champions League in the 2024/25 season, Dortmund even recorded their best points tally in seven years in the campaign just ended and finished second.

Kovac demands reinforcements for the BVB squad

However, Kovac has set out one key condition for extending his contract. The coach is demanding targeted reinforcements for the squad in order to take the next step in development. According to the report, players should be signed “who significantly raise the level of the team.”

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The coach sees a particularly urgent need for action in attacking midfield. After the departure of Julian Brandt, whose future remains open, Dortmund need a new creative orchestrator. They are looking for a player who can be a genuine difference-maker and lift the attack to a new level. At the same time, improvements are also expected in central midfield.

If BVB can deliver the reinforcements Kovac wants, there is a good chance he will extend his contract beyond 2027. That means the upcoming summer transfer window could be crucial not only for squad planning, but also for the long-term future in the dugout.

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