After BVB exit: another top club suddenly chases Brandt | OneFootball

After his departure from Borussia Dortmund, Julian Brandt’s future remains uncertain. Now, a top club from Turkey is reportedly showing interest in the BVB star.

Julian Brandt’s future is still up in the air. So far, only one thing is certain: the 30-year-old will leave Borussia Dortmund this summer after seven years and will be available on a free transfer. Now, signs are mounting of a possible move to Turkey.

As Sky reports, Galatasaray has already made contact with the player’s representatives. The Turkish champions are said to be very interested in bringing the attacking midfielder to Istanbul. For Brandt, the move could offer several advantages: Galatasaray will continue to play in the Champions League and apparently would also be willing to meet the former Germany international’s financial demands.

Brandt himself had recently kept his future open. After his final home game for BVB against Eintracht Frankfurt (3–2), he told Sky: “I’m taking it one step at a time. I can say that it won’t drag on until August.” Brandt’s father, who is also his agent, is currently holding talks with potential suitors. One thing seems clear: the Bremen-born player is more likely to move abroad. Staying in the Bundesliga is currently considered unlikely.

After leaving BVB: Is Julian Brandt moving to Galatasaray?

Spain in particular is said to appeal to Brandt. According to reports, La Liga remains the midfielder’s preferred destination. Clubs such as Atlético Madrid, FC Barcelona and Villarreal have repeatedly been linked with him in recent weeks. However, concrete negotiations with a top Spanish club are not believed to have progressed so far. Talks with RCD Mallorca also ended without a result, according to Sky.

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A move outside Europe, on the other hand, does not yet appear to be an option for Brandt. There have reportedly been tentative enquiries from MLS and Japan, but the 48-time Germany international wants to continue playing “at a high European level” and is determined to experience Champions League football.

Brandt made a total of 307 competitive appearances for Dortmund, scoring 57 goals and providing 70 assists. Despite fluctuating playing time last season, he continued to play an important role under coach Niko Kovac. In the end, however, no contract extension was agreed.

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