Accusations against BVB star Adeyemi: Nagelsmann takes a stand | OneFootball

After serious allegations against BVB star Karim Adeyemi, the national team is in turmoil just before the crucial World Cup qualifying match. Now, national coach Julian Nagelsmann has responded and made a clear statement.

Borussia Dortmund's offensive player Karim Adeyemi is at the center of unpleasant headlines. According to media reports, the public prosecutor has issued a penalty order against the 23-year-old for illegal possession of weapons. The incident is causing additional unrest shortly before the decisive World Cup qualifying match of the German national team against Slovakia.

According to information from Bild, Adeyemi is said to have received a fine of 450,000 euros. The Hagen public prosecutor confirmed a corresponding penalty order from the Wetter district court, which became legally binding on October 30, 2025. During a check, a knuckle duster and a taser were reportedly found – both prohibited items in Germany. Despite the entry in the Federal Central Register, Adeyemi is still considered not to have a criminal record, as a criminal record only exists from 90 daily rates onwards.

Turmoil around BVB professional Adeyemi: Nagelsmann demands focus on Slovakia match

While Borussia Dortmund is dealing with the case internally, the issue also came into focus for the national team over the weekend. National coach Julian Nagelsmann confirmed that he had already spoken with Adeyemi but did not want to comment extensively immediately before the important match. At the press conference on Sunday, he made it clear: “We will address the issue after the game.” The situation takes up “space and time” that he does not have immediately before such a significant match.

In terms of sports, Adeyemi remains part of the DFB plan despite the allegations. He already served his yellow card suspension during the 2-0 victory against Luxembourg and is back in the squad for the duel with Slovakia. Nagelsmann emphasized that the focus is now primarily on the sporting task. In the game, the national team only needs a point for the direct World Cup ticket.

How things will proceed for Karim Adeyemi after the match and what consequences he may face will only be decided after the Slovakia game. What is certain is that the case will continue to occupy the DFB and Borussia Dortmund for some time.

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