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Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi Fined €450,000 After Penal Order for Illegal Weapons Possession

Prosecutors say the order is final, below the threshold that would make it a criminal record entry.

Overview

  • The Hagen prosecutor confirmed an Amtsgericht Wetter penal order that became final on October 30, imposing 60 daily fines of €7,500 each for a total of €450,000 and resulting in a federal register entry.
  • Reports state police identified two prohibited items linked to the case—a brass knuckle and a Taser—with the investigation tracing back to the home European Championship period in summer 2024.
  • Borussia Dortmund said it takes such matters seriously and will address them internally with the player while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Adeyemi has not commented; his lawyer referenced a TikTok “mystery box” as a possible context for the items, a claim not detailed in court disclosures.
  • The development comes as contract talks continue for a deal running to 2027, with reporting on a sought release clause in the €70–80 million range, representation by Jorge Mendes, and interest flagged from Manchester United and Arsenal.