Powerhouse from Lens for the heart of defence: BVB tracking Samson Baidoo | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund’s central defense resembles a major construction site. Injured players (Can), expiring contracts (Can, Süle), or highly sought-after on the transfer market (Schlotterbeck)—Sporting Director Sebastian Kehl (46) faces a lot of work in the coming months. And he will also have to finalize one or two new signings.

One of the candidates for next season comes according to information from the portal TransferFeed from Austria. Samson Baidoo (21), a native of Graz, has been playing for French first-division club RC Lens since the summer of 2025. “Sang et Or” (Blood and Gold) put eight million euros on the table to bring the 1.90-meter-tall player from RB Salzburg to Ligue 1. He received a contract until 2030.

An absolute top deal. That much can be said after just over half a year. Baidoo, currently sidelined due to a thigh injury, immediately became an undisputed regular starter. The center-back has made 20 appearances across all competitions, scoring two goals and providing two assists.

The powerhouse is distinguished by uncompromising tackling and excellent heading ability. But the Austrian with Ghanaian roots is by no means disappointing with the ball at his feet. Time and again, he plays vertical passes to spark the attacking play.

Top clubs interested

According to the report, there is also interest in Baidoo from the Premier League and Serie A. Inter Milan, as well as Liverpool FC and Manchester City, have the one-time international on their radar. Crystal Palace and West Ham United are also monitoring the rapid development of the Styrian.

However, the 21-year-old would not come onto the market at a bargain price. Lens is reportedly only willing to negotiate if an offer of at least 45 million euros is made, even though his value according to transfermarkt.de is only twelve million euros.

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Baidoo is capable of playing both the right and central positions in a back three. His goalkeeper Robin Risser (21) appreciates his teammate. Speaking to Lensois.com, he raved about his defender: “He is simply fantastic. We can really count ourselves lucky to have him on our side.”

It is not out of the question that the Bundesliga will soon be able to witness Baidoo’s abilities firsthand.

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