USMNT Prospect Cole Campbell Seeks Transfer Away from Borussia Dortmund Amid European Interest
Rising U.S. talent Cole Campbell has formally requested a transfer from Borussia Dortmund as he aims to secure regular first-team opportunities. Several European clubs have already expressed interest in the 19-year-old winger.
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
According to Sky Sports Deutschland journalist Florian Plettenberg, Cole Campbell, the 19-year-old American talent, has made a formal request to leave Borussia Dortmund in search of consistent playing time and further development. Despite showing promise, Campbell has struggled to find a regular role under coach Niko Kovac.
Interest from European Clubs
Following Campbell's transfer request, multiple European clubs have shown interest in securing his services. Belgian teams Club Brugge and Anderlecht, along with Danish outfit FC Midtjylland, are reportedly monitoring the situation. German second-division side SV Elversberg has emerged as another potential destination for the talented youngster.
Stuttgart Offer Rejected
Borussia Dortmund had previously turned down a $4.6 million (€4 million) bid from VfB Stuttgart for Campbell during the summer transfer window. Despite having agreed to personal terms with Stuttgart, Dortmund valued the player at around $9.3 million (€8 million), leading to a stalemate and preventing the move from materializing.
Upcoming Clash and Transfer Window
Dortmund are set for a German Cup rematch with Leverkusen on Dec. 2 following their recent Bundesliga victory. Meanwhile, Campbell looks to secure a transfer in the upcoming January window to boost his career progression and secure regular first-team action.
