Overview
- Sporting director Lars Ricken confirmed Dortmund's intent to keep Adeyemi long term, saying the club is actively working on it.
- Multiple reports say early extension talks have begun with a first offer on the table, while Adeyemi remains under contract until 2027.
- Club leaders are reportedly ready to go to their financial pain limit on salary, with Adeyemi's current pay estimated at about €5.5 million per year.
- Adeyemi's strong start to the season, cited at three goals and three assists, and praise for coach Niko Kovač are shaping the club's stance.
- FC Barcelona is reported to be monitoring the winger as Dortmund also pursues a new deal for Nico Schlotterbeck, with reporting that the club could even keep him into a final contract year.