After signing new deal: defensive gem Reggiani 'very happy at BVB' | OneFootball

It took Luca Reggiani a full 169 minutes to score his first goal in the Bundesliga. However, the main task of the 18-year-old central defender from Borussia Dortmund is to prevent goals. He does this so well that the Italian has now been rewarded with his first professional contract.

BVB is keeping quiet about the exact duration of the contract. Reggiani’s previous contract was set to end in 2027. Now, the youngster is “tied to the club for the long term”. “He not only brings great attributes, but also a lot of quality. At the same time, Luca still has a lot of potential, and we will support him in unlocking it,” commented BVB sporting director Sebastian Kehl (46) on the decision of the Bundesliga runners-up.

“My dream was to play in Signal Iduna Park,” Reggiani announced in a club interview. “Now I’m extending my contract and I’m very happy. BVB is one of the biggest clubs in the world. When I was asked to extend my contract, I didn’t hesitate.”

In February 2024, the Italian left the U17 team of Serie A side Sassuolo Calcio. Through Borussia Dortmund’s U17 and U19 teams, Reggiani fought his way into the first team of the Black and Yellows. After getting his first taste of Bundesliga action in the 2-1 away win against VfL Wolfsburg at the beginning of February 2026, his moment came the following week. Niklas Süle (30) had to leave the pitch at halftime due to a thigh strain during the 4-0 victory over Mainz 05. The multiple youth international stepped in and impressed. He also delivered a composed performance in the Champions League play-off first leg against Bergamo.

Goals on Repeat

The previous week, Reggiani even found himself on the scoresheet in the 2-0 win over FC Augsburg. “I watch it on repeat every day, because every time I see it, it’s an incredible feeling,” he says about his headed goal after just over an hour of play. “It will remain an incredible feeling for the rest of my life, because it was my first goal,” he explains.

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The rapid development has to be processed. “It all happened really, really fast,” he reflects on the past few weeks. The 18-year-old receives support from his family. “They are my biggest fans, my biggest supporters,” Reggiani says proudly. “I want to thank them because they help me every time.”

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