Adeyemi talks stall: explosive suspicion over BVB star | OneFootball

After difficult contract talks between Karim Adeyemi and Borussia Dortmund, new speculation is now making the rounds. There are reportedly growing suspicions around the club that could prove explosive.

Borussia Dortmund could be facing a complicated contract standoff in the case of Karim Adeyemi. The attacking player is only under contract with BVB until 2027, and an agreement on an extension currently appears to be nowhere in sight. Most recently, sporting director Ole Book made it clear that, from the club’s point of view, going into the final year of the contract with Adeyemi is not the preferred solution.

Accordingly, those in charge would prefer to gain clarity as soon as possible — either through a contract extension or a sale next summer. According to BILD, however, concern is growing around the club that Adeyemi could be working toward a free transfer in the summer of 2027. In that case, the 24-year-old would have the opportunity to collect a lucrative signing bonus from a new club.

Although both sides are said to be generally open to talks about continuing their partnership, they apparently remain far apart in their financial expectations. According to the report, Adeyemi is seeking a significant pay rise. Instead of his current salary of around €6.5 million per year, he wants to earn more than €10 million in the future.

Release clause and salary: What Adeyemi is demanding from BVB

In addition, the striker and his advisory team are reportedly also seeking a release clause in the new contract. Both points are being met with reluctance by Dortmund’s decision-makers. The high wage demands in particular are being viewed critically, as Adeyemi has repeatedly struggled with inconsistent performances in recent years.

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On top of that, Adeyemi was not always the first choice under coach Niko Kovac. The Germany international did receive regular playing time, but often had to settle for the role of impact substitute.

Against this backdrop, BILD is now reporting speculation that the high demands may have been chosen deliberately. There is suspicion that the player’s camp is not necessarily pushing for a contract extension, but is instead trying to create the conditions for a free transfer in 2027. Whether the two sides will move closer together in the coming months remains to be seen.

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