Silva set for sudden exit? BVB issue clear statement | OneFootball

Fábio Silva causes a stir at BVB with possible thoughts of leaving. But sporting director Sebastian Kehl makes it clear what Dortmund’s real plans are.

At Borussia Dortmund, the future of Fábio Silva is sparking discussions. The striker, signed in the summer for around 22.5 million euros, has so far only had very limited playing time—about 128 minutes in total, spread over ten brief appearances. Despite scoring a goal and providing an assist, he has yet to start a match. This has fueled speculation about a possible departure in the winter.

Recently, reports from Spain claimed that Atlético Madrid had inquired with BVB about a loan for the 23-year-old. The portal fichajes.net also reported that Silva himself wanted to leave the club to avoid jeopardizing his chances of being called up to the Portuguese World Cup squad. In Madrid, his style of play is appreciated, and he is seen as a suitable addition to the attacking players around Julián Álvarez, Álex Baena, and Nico González.

However, these rumors are causing some surprise at BVB. Sporting director Sebastian Kehl made it clear: “The rumors have come up in the last few days, but to be honest, Fábio hasn’t come to me and said that he wants to leave in the winter.”

BVB striker Silva dissatisfied? Kehl calms the situation

He can understand that a player with high expectations might be dissatisfied, but he also pointed to Silva’s development. The striker was “not fully fit” at the start and had some initial difficulties. Nevertheless, Kehl emphasized: “Every time he’s come on, he’s shown what qualities he brings and how hungry he is.”

The current squad situation also plays a role. Dortmund has almost no injured players, which intensifies the competition. Kehl commented: “In the end, we currently have a very, very full squad. We have hardly any injuries, so everyone has to wait for their chance.”

Despite missing a penalty against Villarreal (4:0), Silva has recently shown commitment. For the winter, however, Kehl makes it unmistakably clear: “Honestly, it’s not our plan to let go of players in the winter whom we are counting on, whom we are counting on for the long term.”

This suggests that BVB will continue to rely on the Portuguese player—even if the striker has to be patient. His chance will come, Kehl promises. Exactly when, that depends not least on Silva himself.

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