Overview

• Borussia Dortmund remains in 11th place in the Bundesliga, with slim chances of qualifying for European competitions for the first time since 2015.
• Sporting Director Sebastian Kehl has warned players of potential salary cuts and exclusion from the club if performance does not improve.
• Kehl emphasized that the coming weeks are critical for both the club and individual players, as management evaluates who will remain part of future plans.
• The team has one of the Bundesliga's most expensive squads but has fallen short of expectations, prompting discussions of a significant roster overhaul in the summer.
• Dortmund is also preparing for Champions League quarterfinal matches against FC Barcelona in April, a stark contrast to its domestic struggles.