Alex Popp set to join BVB in the summer | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund’s management spokesperson, Carsten Cramer, says: “Alexandra Popp is one of the most influential figures in women’s football, both nationally and internationally. The success she has had with a top club like VfL Wolfsburg and the German national team is truly impressive. We are delighted that we have managed to inspire Alex to join us on our ambitious journey.”

“Signing Alex is a major statement of our ambitions. The fact that a player of her calibre has consciously chosen BVB makes us incredibly proud and sends a strong signal about the importance and future of women’s football at Dortmund,” emphasises Managing Director Svenja Schlenker.

Popp arrives at Dortmund with experience, having notched up 145 international caps (67 goals), 332 Bundesliga appearances (158 goals) and 89 Champions League matches (36 goals) to date. The trophies she has won in her career include the Champions League three times, seven German league titles, the DFB Pokal 13 times and Olympic gold in Rio in 2016. After 14 years at VfL Wolfsburg, the Witten-born player is now returning to the Ruhr region.

Alex Popp says: “My heart beats for this club. I’m slowly approaching the end of my career and need to listen to my body. I didn’t want to miss the opportunity to play in a BVB shirt. BVB’s interest made me proud from the very first moment and I immediately had a big grin on my face. It’s very exciting for me to be able to help shape the club’s future, building on the success it has enjoyed so far.”