USMNT Prospect Cole Campbell Requests Transfer from Borussia Dortmund Amid European Club Interest
Sky Sports Deutschland journalist Florian Plettenberg reports that 19-year-old American winger Cole Campbell has formally asked to leave Borussia Dortmund to seek more first-team opportunities and continue his development. Despite limited appearances, Campbell has made a mark with the U.S.'s U20 side and has five senior appearances for BVB. Several European clubs are reportedly interested in acquiring him, with Club Brugge, Anderlecht, FC Midtjylland, and SV Elversberg among potential destinations.
Cole Campbell has formally requested to leave Borussia Dortmund during the January transfer window, according to Sky Sports Deutschland journalist Florian Plettenberg. The 19-year-old American winger is seeking a move in order to find regular first-team playing time and continue his development. Campbell featured for the U.S's U20 side and has made five senior appearances for BVB. Plettenberg reported that Campbell has officially submitted his transfer request to Borussia Dortmund's management, citing concerns about his pathway to meaningful minutes with the senior squad. The U.S. youth international has struggled to break into Niko Kovac's plans this season despite showing promise in limited appearances last campaign.Campbell's representatives have communicated that a winter move would best serve his development.According to Plettenberg’s report, several European clubs have expressed interest in Campbell. Belgian sides Club Brugge and Anderlecht are among the potential destinations. Danish club FC Midtjylland is also reported to be monitoring the situation, while German second-division team SV Elversberg has been identified as another option.Campbell's transfer request comes just months after Borussia Dortmund rejected a $4.6 million (€4 million) offer from VfB Stuttgart for the American winger. Reports from German outlet Bild indicated that Dortmund was holding out for approximately $9.3 million (€8 million) for Campbell during the summer window, despite the player having already agreed to personal terms with Stuttgart. This standoff ultimately prevented Campbell from securing a move.Dortmund have a rematch with Leverkusen, the side they beat 2-1 in the Bundesliga on Saturday, in the German Cup on Dec. 2.
Cole Campbell's Transfer Request
Cole Campbell, the talented 19-year-old American winger, has officially submitted a transfer request to Borussia Dortmund management. Concerns about his limited playing time and pathway to the senior squad led to this decision, as he looks for a move that would aid in his development and offer more consistent minutes.
European Clubs Eyeing Campbell
According to reports, several European clubs have shown interest in signing Campbell. Clubs like Club Brugge and Anderlecht from Belgium, FC Midtjylland from Denmark, and SV Elversberg from the German second division are monitoring the situation. These clubs see potential in Campbell and are considering making a move for the young winger.
Previous Transfer Deal Fallout
Earlier in the year, Borussia Dortmund rejected a transfer offer for Campbell from VfB Stuttgart. Despite agreeing to personal terms with Stuttgart, Dortmund's hefty valuation of around $9.3 million prevented the deal from materializing. Now, with Campbell actively seeking a move, it remains to be seen if a transfer can be successfully negotiated in the upcoming transfer window.
Upcoming Fixture for Dortmund
In their next match, Borussia Dortmund is set to face off against Leverkusen in the German Cup on December 2. This game will provide an opportunity for players like Campbell to showcase their abilities and potentially attract more interest from scouting clubs looking to bolster their squads.
