Can, Brandt, Adeyemi: Major summer shake-up for Dortmund? | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is facing a pivotal transfer summer in 2026, yet in the Ruhr area, there seems to be no appetite for a radical overhaul. Several contracts are expiring, and other key players are up for consideration in the medium term. Nevertheless, according to Sport BILD, BVB is not planning a major shake-up in the squad.

The focus is particularly on Emre Can and Julian Brandt. Both would be free agents in the summer of 2026, but internally there is a clear desire to extend their contracts. According to the report, the club's management is optimistic about reaching an agreement in the coming weeks. Can, as captain, and Brandt, as a creative linchpin, are expected to continue playing a crucial role, also to gently introduce young newcomers like Justin Lerma or Kaua Prates to the top European level.

In the attack department, much points to continuity. Serhou Guirassy, whose contract runs until 2028, and Fabio Silva (contracted until 2030) are set to spearhead the offense. Although an exchange for Guirassy is planned after the season, concrete offers have reportedly been absent in recent transfer periods, according to Sport BILD. Dortmund remains calm in this regard.

Adeyemi and Schlotterbeck as Key Points

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The situation is more complex with Nico Schlotterbeck and Karim Adeyemi. Both are contracted until 2027, but a long-term perspective is not yet finalized. While no solution is in sight for Schlotterbeck, BVB is eager to keep Adeyemi beyond 2027, despite his recent inconsistent performances.

Rumors about a possible withdrawal of a contract offer are currently unfounded. However, there is a clear threshold: Dortmund would only seriously consider offers exceeding 50 million euros.

In the end, BVB is opting for stability rather than revolution. A major overhaul is not planned – instead, the core is to remain intact and be selectively supplemented. Whether this plan succeeds largely depends on the upcoming contract negotiations.

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