BVB plotting an XXL summer transfer spree | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly planning their next major squad overhaul. After a disappointing season, those in charge want to significantly close the gap to FC Bayern — and have already identified several new transfer targets.

While some arrivals and departures have already been finalized, planning behind the scenes at BVB is still continuing at full speed. Sporting director Ole Book in particular faces intensive transfer talks in the coming weeks.

Dortmund looking at O’Riley and Kostov

As reported by Sky, Borussia Dortmund are seriously looking into Matt O’Riley of Brighton & Hove Albion.

The club’s decision-makers are said to have already inquired about the possible terms of a transfer and gathered initial information. Both coach Niko Kovac and the scouting department are reportedly very keen on the Danish midfielder.

At the same time, the Black and Yellows are also apparently monitoring Serbian top talent Vasilije Kostov from Red Star Belgrade.

The 18-year-old is regarded as one of the most exciting midfield prospects in Europe. His agent is said to have already held initial talks in Dortmund. However, a transfer would be anything but cheap. According to Sky, a fee of around €25 million is being discussed.

Alongside BVB, RB Leipzig, Inter Milan and several Premier League clubs are also said to be interested in the Serbian international.

Nwaneri back on BVB’s radar

Ethan Nwaneri is also reportedly back on Dortmund’s list.

The left-footed attacking player from Arsenal had already been a topic for the Black and Yellows in the past. Now sporting director Ole Book is said to have made fresh inquiries about the 19-year-old.

Nwaneri is considered an outstanding technical attacking talent and is reportedly, in principle, open to a move to Dortmund.

However, a deal could prove complicated. Arsenal are said not to have made a final internal decision yet on whether the youngster will be sent out on loan again.

New striker in case Guirassy leaves?

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BVB are also apparently planning for various scenarios in attack.

If Serhou Guirassy leaves the club in the summer, Dortmund are, according to the report, still looking at several potential replacements.

Alongside Fisnik Asllani of TSG Hoffenheim, Nicolò Tresoldi of Club Brugge and Gonzalo García of Real Madrid are also being linked.

In addition, Borussia Dortmund are said to have already made contact with Matias Fernandez-Pardo of Lille OSC.

The centre-forward impressed last season with eight goals and five assists. Lille, however, are said to be demanding more than €30 million.

BVB once again focusing on top young talent

What stands out is Dortmund’s clear transfer strategy.

As in the past, BVB are once again placing a strong focus on young, high-potential players with plenty of room for development and major market value.

With Nwaneri, Kostov and Samuel Martinez, several highly gifted talents are on the list who could take the next step in their development in Dortmund over the long term.

One thing is clear: Borussia Dortmund are planning an extremely active summer in the transfer market — and want to significantly reduce the gap to FC Bayern next season.

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