USMNT prospect Cole Campbell seeks transfer from Borussia Dortmund as European clubs express interest
Borussia Dortmund's young American talent Cole Campbell has reportedly requested to leave the club in search of regular first-team opportunities. Several European clubs are now eyeing the talented winger, with potential destinations including Club Brugge, Anderlecht, FC Midtjylland, and SV Elversberg.
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 reports from Sky Sports Deutschland journalist Florian Plettenberg, 19-year-old Cole Campbell has officially requested to depart Borussia Dortmund during the January transfer window. The talented winger aims to secure more playing time and continue his development, having struggled to establish himself in the senior squad under coach Niko Kovac.
Interest from European Clubs
Several European clubs have shown interest in Campbell following news of his transfer request. Club Brugge and Anderlecht from Belgium, FC Midtjylland from Denmark, and SV Elversberg from the German second division are among the potential destinations being considered. The talented US youth international has garnered attention for his potential and could find a new home in the upcoming transfer window.
Previous Transfer Standoff
This recent transfer request comes just months after Borussia Dortmund rejected an offer for Campbell from VfB Stuttgart. Dortmund had previously held out for a higher fee, reportedly around $9.3 million, despite Campbell already agreeing on personal terms with Stuttgart. This prior situation contributed to Campbell's decision to seek a move for more playing opportunities.
Upcoming German Cup Fixture
As Dortmund prepares for a German Cup rematch with Leverkusen, Campbell's transfer request adds an intriguing subplot to the team's upcoming fixtures. The young winger's future remains uncertain, but his desire for regular first-team football could propel him towards a new club in the near future.
