Schlotterbeck and Adeyemi to be sold? BVB boss sets the record straight | OneFootball

After intense behind-the-scenes discussions, Borussia Dortmund is increasing the pressure in contract talks with Nico Schlotterbeck and Karim Adeyemi. BVB wants clarity soon and is also considering alternative solutions for the summer.

Borussia Dortmund is working intensively behind the scenes on the long-term future of two key players. Nico Schlotterbeck and Karim Adeyemi are supposed to extend their contracts with BVB, but the club does not want to drag out the talks indefinitely. Although both contracts run until 2027, the sporting management has made its expectations clear.

Sporting CEO Lars Ricken confirmed that the club is in regular contact with both players and their agents. There will continue to be no public updates on the negotiations. “We will continue not to give status updates, especially since both are under contract until 2027,” Ricken made clear to kicker.

At the same time, the 49-year-old emphasized that Borussia Dortmund is internally working with a specific timeframe—even if no official deadline is set. “Of course, we have a timeline in mind and have communicated certain expectations. Everyone understands that.” The goal is to ensure planning security for the upcoming transfer periods.

BVB boss Ricken increases pressure on Schlotterbeck and Adeyemi

Ricken repeatedly emphasized the mutual appreciation between the club and the players. “Both know how much we value them, and I know that feeling is mutual.” Nevertheless, he admitted that Schlotterbeck and Adeyemi are at a stage in their careers where decisions must be carefully considered.

In the event that no agreement can be reached, BVB is not ruling out a sale in the summer. Ricken spoke openly about alternative scenarios: “Those would be Plan B and C, but we are clearly focused on Plan A, the extensions.” One thing is also clear: Dortmund wants to avoid unnecessary pressure to sell in 2026 or 2027.

The situations of Schlotterbeck and Adeyemi are thus a central topic for the coming months. While BVB is aiming for continuity, the next step is now up to the players—with the clear expectation that a decision will not be left until the last minute.

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