Borussia Dortmund remains a strong candidate for the signing of 18-year-old German-Ivorian defender Karim Coulibaly, but faces significant competition. According to Sky Sport, Manchester United is interested in the central defender. Newcastle United is also closely following his progress and is considered one of the English clubs in the best position to sign him. Football FanCast adds that Tottenham has also placed the defender on its priority list. PSG and Real Madrid are also in contention. Coulibaly is under contract until June 2029, earns an annual salary of 380,000 euros in Germany, and is valued at 22 million euros on Transfermarkt. The Germany U21 international has made 22 appearances and scored one goal in the Bundesliga this season. In March and April 2026, Werder Bremen's asking price was reportedly between €40 million and €50 million, and the club is said to have rejected a €20 million offer during the winter 2026 transfer window.