There could still be some changes to the Borussia Dortmund squad before the September 1 transfer window closes. According to reports, BVB not only wants to make improvements on the offensive, but may also have to improve on the defensive, because a central defender is thinking of saying goodbye.
It was just a year ago that Borussia Dortmund signed Antonios Papadopoulos to a professional club. The central defender, who is one of the top performers in BVB’s U23s, was tied until 2024. But it is becoming increasingly unlikely that the 23-year-old will fulfill or even extend his contract.
As early as June there were rumors about a possible departure of the Stuttgart-born defender, who can also play in the sixth position. At that time, the “kicker” wrote that Papadopoulos was considering a change due to his difficult situation. The reason: The perspective in the BVB license team is difficult, the competition in the center of defense is huge.
Now “Sky” follows up with new information. According to the TV station, a new central defender is to come for the black and yellow. At the latest then it would mean for Papadopoulos that he is looking for space, it is said. Panathinaikos Athens is said to have already felt it, with Olympiakos a second club from Greece, reports “Sky” and adds that there should also be interest from the Netherlands, Germany and the second English division.
BVB: Where will Papadopoulos go if the worst comes to the worst?
Appropriately, before signing his contract with BVB in 2022, he was traded with Luton Town and Preston North End from England as well as with second division club Fortuna Düsseldorf.
In short: Papadopoulos may be spoiled for choice as to how and, above all, where he wants to advance his professional career.
According to the TV broadcaster, anything can still happen at Papadopoulos by Deadline Day on September 1st, which ends at 6 p.m. on that day in the Bundesliga.
For Dortmund’s second representation in the 3rd division, a Papadopoulos departure would be bitter. He was used there 27 times in the past season and played a key role in BVB’s U23s staying up in the league.