Transfer request confirmed? Adeyemi planning to leave BVB | OneFootball

Is Borussia Dortmund facing the loss of a key player? Karim Adeyemi has reportedly already announced his departure internally and is attracting significant interest in England.

Karim Adeyemi has apparently made a final decision about his future: The offensive player wants to leave Borussia Dortmund next summer. This is reported by transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri on Sky Sport CH. According to this, Adeyemi has already communicated his desire to transfer in recent talks with the BVB bosses – despite having a contract until 2027.

The 23-year-old is said to be pursuing a long-term career plan. At the 2026 World Cup, he wants to play a key role in the German national team, stand out with strong performances, and thereby recommend himself for a lucrative contract. It is said to be unquestionable for him that he wants to be among the top earners.

Among the clubs that are said to have already taken action is primarily Manchester United. According to reports, agent Jorge Mendes has openly signaled to the English that Adeyemi is ready for a transfer. FC Chelsea is also said to be closely monitoring the situation and is still considered a potential buyer. Both clubs would fundamentally have the financial means to meet the required transfer fee.

Dortmund, on the other hand, is still trying to achieve a contract extension beyond 2027. Nevertheless, the chances for this seem to be slim. Internally, it is reportedly acknowledged that the player is hardly convinced to stay.

Tensions between Adeyemi and BVB coach Kovac?

A major reason for Adeyemi's desire to leave is said to be tensions with coach Niko Kovac. According to Sky Sport CH, these differences could have already led to an early departure in 2025. Athletically, the former Salzburg player also failed to consistently deliver strong performances. Despite a strong phase during the season, Adeyemi was recently inconspicuous and additionally in the headlines due to a penalty order.

Nevertheless, he won't come cheap: BVB is said not to accept less than 80 million euros for the national player – a hefty sum for a player who came from Salzburg in 2022 for around 30 million euros and has since played 121 games with 29 goals for the Black and Yellows.

While Dortmund is still trying to keep the offensive player, Karim Adeyemi seems to have made up his mind.

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