Silva set for shock Dortmund exit? Kehl lays down the law | OneFootball

After ongoing speculation about a possible winter departure of Fabio Silva, BVB has now provided clarity. Sporting director Sebastian Kehl has spoken a clear word of authority and dispelled all doubts.

The rumors about Fabio Silva and a possible departure from Borussia Dortmund in the winter had persisted stubbornly in recent times. Time and again, a loan to the Spanish club Betis Sevilla was especially brought into play. But after BVB’s 2-0 victory over Borussia Mönchengladbach, sporting director Sebastian Kehl has now created a clear situation.

In the mixed zone, Kehl left no room for interpretation. Even before the question about possible transfer plans was fully asked, he made it unmistakably clear: “Fabio will stay.” Even when asked a follow-up question, the 45-year-old stuck to his line and made it clear that a departure of the Portuguese striker is currently not an issue.

Kehl underlined his stance with a clear reason: “I have absolutely no desire to let him go. Why should we do that?” BVB is planning some minor squad changes in the winter, but not in Silva’s case. The attacker is under contract long-term until 2030 and has been able to impress on the pitch in recent weeks.

BVB boss Kehl already ruled out Silva’s departure in December

Coach Niko Kovac has recently placed more trust in the 23-year-old and named him in the starting eleven several times in December. This development is likely another reason why Dortmund’s decision-makers currently see no need for action. Already a few weeks ago, Kehl had ruled out a quick departure, and now he has reiterated this stance.

In principle, the sporting director did not rule out minor transfer activities in January, but emphasized that there would be no major upheavals. “Maybe it will happen at the beginning of January, but there will be one or two squad changes—nothing crazy,” Kehl explained, pointing out that discussions are ongoing.

So it seems clear: Despite external speculation, everything currently points to Fabio Silva continuing to wear the black and yellow jersey beyond the winter at BVB.

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