English clubs eye Kovac: Should Dortmund be concerned? | OneFootball

After the bitter exit from the Champions League, Niko Kovac is once again in the spotlight in Dortmund. However, while BVB internally stands by him, interest is growing in the Premier League.

The exit from the Champions League at Atalanta Bergamo has caused disillusionment at Borussia Dortmund – and reignited the discussion about Niko Kovac. Recently, BVB has been faltering on the field, but while doubts grow on the pitch, the club's management sends a clear signal.

As reported by BILD, the Dortmund bosses are still planning firmly with Kovac – at least until the end of his contract in the summer of 2027. Despite the early exit in the DFB-Pokal and the bitter knockout in the Champions League, the 54-year-old enjoys "great trust." Internally, there is the conviction that he is getting the maximum out of the current squad. His qualification for the Champions League in the previous season is also highly credited to him.

At the same time, BILD points to a "high level of interest" from the Premier League. Reportedly, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, and FC Chelsea have considered potentially hiring the BVB coach during the season. Especially in Manchester, they are looking for a permanent solution in the long term, and in London, decisions could be re-evaluated in the summer.

More Power for Kovac at BVB?

Sportingly, the situation in Dortmund provides additional fuel. Kovac's approach, which heavily relies on defensive organization and result-oriented football, worked for a long time through stable results. But when these were lacking, familiar criticisms became more apparent: too little structure in offensive play, a lack of creativity in the final third, and overall inconsistent performances in crucial games.

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According to the tabloid, it could be crucial for BVB not only to publicly back Kovac but also to clearly signal to him in the long term that his structures are desired – possibly coupled with even more say in squad matters.

What is clear: Dortmund wants to stick with Kovac. But it is also clear: If the interest from England becomes more concrete, the situation could gain momentum faster than the decision-makers would like.

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