Looking for a new left-back
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VfB Stuttgart has already been linked with him, as have SSC Napoli and Juventus. However, Borussia Dortmund seems to have the best chance of signing defensive all-rounder Renato Veiga, if his club Chelsea allows it. According to consistent media reports, BVB would like to sign the 21-year-old Portuguese in the winter; a loan with an option to buy would be an option. With the player, according to the broadcaster “Sky“The Black and Yellows already agree – but not with the Blues.
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Veiga, who had an unsatisfactory first half of the year at FC Augsburg on loan from Sporting in 2023, only moved from FC Basel to Stamford Bridge in the summer for 14 million euros. In keeping with current London tradition, the three-time national player is committed to the club long-term – until 2031 with an option for another year.
In Basel, the Lisbon native, who did not play a professional game for Sporting, secured a regular place in defensive midfield and sometimes played in central defense. At Chelsea, in turn, he played most of his 17 games so far on the left defensive side.
It is said that Dortmund sees a need for action there. Behind Ramy Bensebaini (29), Almugera Kabar (18) has integrated himself as a permanent member of the team, but the U17 world and European champion could gain much more match practice in the 3rd league. The fact that Veiga can also play inside will come in handy for coach Nuri Şahin – if he is signed – given the current state of injuries.
Whether this will happen remains to be seen. In the 5-0 win in the FA Cup against fourth division Morecambe, Veiga was on the field for 90 minutes and prepared a goal. “He is an important player in our considerations. We look forward to watching him continue to grow with us,” said Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca, according to the “Kicker“after the game.
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