Salzburg play hardball: Gadou move to BVB costlier than thought? | OneFootball

It seemed almost certain: Joane Gadou would be wearing the Borussia Dortmund shirt next season. But the transfer of the 19-year-old center-back from RB Salzburg has stalled. The reason is new demands from the Austrians.

According to matching media reports, including from Sky, a move for Gadou to BVB is taking shape. The transfer fee for the French youth international is expected to be around €20 million. With performance-related bonuses of between €4 million and €6 million, as well as a sell-on clause for a future transfer, the overall package could grow significantly.

But according to BILD, the deal between Borussia and Salzburg has hit a snag. The reason is increased transfer demands from the Austrians, who are now asking for a fixed fee of €25 million. If the agreed add-ons are included, the total transfer volume would rise to more than €30 million.

BVB have reached an agreement with the player

There has long been clarity between the Black and Yellows and Gadou, but now time is pressing. Behind the scenes, calculations and negotiations are being carried out at full speed to get the transfer wrapped up as soon as possible. However, Dortmund’s leadership around sporting managing director Lars Ricken (49) and sporting director Ole Book (40) is doing everything it can to lower Salzburg’s price demands so that the medical can go ahead promptly as planned.

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Although Aston Villa are also pushing hard for Gadou, the Salzburg talent reportedly favors a move to BVB, according to BILD. Dortmund’s decision-makers were able to convince the youngster with their sporting plan. For the Black and Yellows, the defender is the declared top target for next season.

Gadou has been under contract in Salzburg since September 2024. He arrived in Austria from Paris Saint-Germain’s academy for €10 million. Since then, the Frenchman with Ivorian roots has made 58 competitive appearances for RB.

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