Surprising twist over Eichhorn: BVB still in the running? | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund apparently remains in the race to sign Hertha talent Kennet Eichhorn after all. A decision on whether BVB will actually win the deal is likely to be made in the coming days due to an important deadline.

There now appears to be a surprising twist in the transfer battle for Hertha talent Kennet Eichhorn. After several recent reports claimed that the race for the midfielder had narrowed to Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig, the Ruhr Nachrichten now report that Borussia Dortmund is still among the interested clubs.

According to the report, the current group of frontrunners consists of three Bundesliga clubs: BVB, Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig. A move abroad, on the other hand, is considered extremely unlikely according to the Ruhr Nachrichten, even though several top international clubs are said to be monitoring the 16-year-old.

What makes it especially explosive: time is running out. According to the report, Eichhorn has a release clause worth ten million euros that is only valid until June 15. Once that deadline expires, Hertha BSC would be free to negotiate the transfer fee and could demand a significantly higher amount.

BVB still convinced by Kennet Eichhorn

This increases the pressure on everyone involved. The player’s camp is also likely interested in a quick decision. The reason is the financial framework of the potential transfer. According to media reports, the overall package of transfer fee and additional payments could total well over 20 million euros. With a fixed transfer fee in place, there would be more room for additional contract components such as a signing bonus.

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In Dortmund, they are still said to be convinced of the German youngster’s qualities. Eichhorn is regarded as one of the most promising talents of his age group and could play an important long-term role for the Bundesliga club.

While Bayern Munich has reportedly pulled out of the race, everything now points to a three-way battle between Dortmund, Leverkusen and Leipzig. Given the expiring clause, a decision is likely to come within the next few days.

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