A talent from Chicago Fire is traded at BVB, but Enzo Le Fee will probably not come. And there is a prominent advocate for Ilkay Gündogan’s commitment. Latest news and rumors about Borussia Dortmund.
BVB, rumour: Chicago Fire’s Brian Gutierrez is a transfer candidate
Borussia Dortmund is traded as a possible new club by US youth international Brian Gutierrez. The Daily Mail writes that several well-known clubs are interested in the 19-year-old from MLS club Chicago Fire. In addition to BVB, Bundesliga rivals RB Leipzig, Glasgow Rangers and England’s record champions Manchester United are also mentioned.
Gutierrez is considered a great talent in his home country and is currently a U20 national player. The left midfielder made 17 appearances for Chicago this season, providing 4 assists. Gutierrez’s contract runs until the end of 2026, with an option for another season.
BVB, transfers: Lothar Matthäus hopes for the return of Ilkay Gündogan
Record national player Lothar Matthäus is a fan of the thought of Ilkay Gündogan returning to BVB. They had a rumor to that effect Picture recently circulated and Matthew is in his skyColumn enthusiastic: “It would be great news, both for Borussia Dortmund and for the entire Bundesliga. Every star is welcome. Every big name makes our league more attractive for fans and for foreign marketing. It would be the return of a prodigal son.”
Gündogan played for Borussia Dortmund from 2011 to 2016 before moving to City. The 32-year-old’s contract there expires in the summer. The English champions would like to extend the contract, and FC Barcelona are also interested. Gündogan himself has left his future open so far.
In any case, Matthäus hopes that the German runner-up will also throw his hat in the ring: “If he’s really thinking about leaving City or there’s no agreement in the contract talks and Dortmund has a chance of getting him, then that would be it like a hit.”
BVB, rumour: Enzo Le Fee will not be Bellingham’s successor
Midfielder Enzo Le Fee will probably not switch to BVB. The 23-year-old from FC Lorient, who was traded at Borussia Dortmund as a possible successor to Jude Bellingham, has, according to a report by Le Parisien opted for a move within Ligue 1 to Stade Rennes.
The attacking midfielder is under contract in Lorient until 2024. However, he announced a few weeks ago that he would be aiming for a transfer this summer. At the end of March it was said that BVB officials had informed Le Fees of their interest in switching to the new season. Lorient is hoping for a fee of between 25 and 30 million euros.
