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Giannis Konstantelias Transfer from PAOK to Borussia Dortmund
According to Gazzetta.gr, Giannis Konstantelias departed from Thessaloniki for Dortmund to join his new team, Borussia Dortmund, two days before the Super Cup against Bayern. After the completion of his transfer from PAOK, Konstantelias had secured permission from his new team to remain in Thessaloniki for a few days for family reasons. On Tuesday morning, 18/8, he visited the facilities of Nea Mesimvria for the last time to say goodbye to his former teammates and PAOK staff. On Thursday, 20/8, he left for Germany to join Borussia Dortmund and be available for Niko Kovac. The 23-year-old international begins his daily life as a Borussia Dortmund footballer.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Giannis Konstantelias departed from Thessaloniki for Dortmund to join his new team, Borussia Dortmund, two days before the Super Cup against Bayern. After the completion of his transfer from PAOK, Konstantelias had secured permission from his new team to remain in Thessaloniki for a few days for family reasons. On Tuesday morning, 18/8, he visited the facilities of Nea Mesimvria for the last time to say goodbye to his former teammates and PAOK staff. On Thursday, 20/8, he left for Germany to join Borussia Dortmund and be available for Niko Kovac. The 23-year-old international begins his daily life as a Borussia Dortmund footballer.
Lawyer Babis Apostolidis, speaking on Metropolis 95.5, discussed the sale of Giannis Konstantelias from PAOK to Borussia Dortmund and commented on the reasons for the sale and the club's financial needs. It was also mentioned that Giannis Konstantelias had stated he wanted to stay at PAOK.
Lawyer Babis Apostolidis, speaking on Metropolis 95.5, discussed the sale of Giannis Konstantelias from PAOK to Borussia Dortmund and commented on the reasons for the sale and the club's financial needs. It was also mentioned that Giannis Konstantelias had stated he wanted to stay at PAOK.
On Monday afternoon, 17/08, Giannis Konstantelias was announced as a player for Borussia Dortmund. He signed a contract valid until 2031 and will receive an annual salary of 3,000,000 euros. PAOK is set to receive a guaranteed amount of 26,000,000 euros, with an additional 6,000,000 euros in performance-related bonuses.
On Monday afternoon, 17/08, Giannis Konstantelias was announced as a player for Borussia Dortmund. He signed a contract valid until 2031 and will receive an annual salary of 3,000,000 euros. PAOK is set to receive a guaranteed amount of 26,000,000 euros, with an additional 6,000,000 euros in performance-related bonuses.
Fabrizio Romano confirmed the transfer of Giannis Konstantelias from PAOK to Borussia Dortmund. Giannis Konstantelias signed his new contract with Borussia Dortmund on Sunday, August 16, with only the official announcement remaining. The transfer will provide PAOK with a fixed amount of €26 million, an additional €6 million in bonuses, a 17.5% sell-on clause, and some player exchanges. The amounts and the process were also confirmed by Fabrizio Romano.
Fabrizio Romano confirmed the transfer of Giannis Konstantelias from PAOK to Borussia Dortmund. Giannis Konstantelias signed his new contract with Borussia Dortmund on Sunday, August 16, with only the official announcement remaining. The transfer will provide PAOK with a fixed amount of €26 million, an additional €6 million in bonuses, a 17.5% sell-on clause, and some player exchanges. The amounts and the process were also confirmed by Fabrizio Romano.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement to sign Giannīs Kōnstantelias. The next steps are for documents to be signed between the clubs and the player's side, which will be followed by a club statement. The fee is €32m including add-ons, and the agreement includes a 15% sell-on clause for PAOK.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Borussia Dortmund have reached an agreement to sign Giannīs Kōnstantelias. The next steps are for documents to be signed between the clubs and the player's side, which will be followed by a club statement. The fee is €32m including add-ons, and the agreement includes a 15% sell-on clause for PAOK.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Giannis Konstantelias has left PAOK and joined Borussia Dortmund, signing a four-year contract with the German club. PAOK is set to receive a guaranteed 26 million euros, and the agreement also includes an additional six million euros in performance-related bonuses and a 17.5% resale percentage. The total value of the deal could reach up to 32 million euros. The transfer's final day involved ongoing discussions and Konstantelias undergoing physical and medical examinations. After the medical examinations were completed, a final round of negotiations began, during which PAOK attempted to include the loan of one or more players from Borussia Dortmund as part of the deal.
According to Gazzetta.gr, Giannis Konstantelias has left PAOK and joined Borussia Dortmund, signing a four-year contract with the German club. PAOK is set to receive a guaranteed 26 million euros, and the agreement also includes an additional six million euros in performance-related bonuses and a 17.5% resale percentage. The total value of the deal could reach up to 32 million euros. The transfer's final day involved ongoing discussions and Konstantelias undergoing physical and medical examinations. After the medical examinations were completed, a final round of negotiations began, during which PAOK attempted to include the loan of one or more players from Borussia Dortmund as part of the deal.
According to Sport FM, the transfer of Giannis Konstantelias to Borussia Dortmund is being finalized after he underwent the standard medical and ergometric examinations at BVB. Konstantelias informed officials of the Westphalians that he must return immediately to Greece for family reasons. He is expected to travel from Dortmund to Thessaloniki tonight and then return to the German city in the coming days to join Borussia.
According to Sport FM, the transfer of Giannis Konstantelias to Borussia Dortmund is being finalized after he underwent the standard medical and ergometric examinations at BVB. Konstantelias informed officials of the Westphalians that he must return immediately to Greece for family reasons. He is expected to travel from Dortmund to Thessaloniki tonight and then return to the German city in the coming days to join Borussia.
According to Bild, Giannis Konstantelias has arrived in Dortmund and is undergoing medical examinations. Bild reports that an agreement has been reached between the player and Borussia Dortmund. Bild adds that BVB officials believe the transfer will be completed as planned and expect Konstantelias to become their player, with the club proceeding to finalize the deal.
According to Bild, Giannis Konstantelias has arrived in Dortmund and is undergoing medical examinations. Bild reports that an agreement has been reached between the player and Borussia Dortmund. Bild adds that BVB officials believe the transfer will be completed as planned and expect Konstantelias to become their player, with the club proceeding to finalize the deal.
According to a report by Kevin Pinnow, supporters of PAOK have occupied the club's offices in Toumba in response to the impending sale of Giannis Konstantelias to Borussia Dortmund. The report also states that the fans communicated with Ivan Savvidis, the president of PAOK, to express their strong opposition to the sale. The report adds that during his arrival in Dortmund, Konstantelias was contacted by PAOK fans via video call and addressed them, expressing his love for the club and its supporters.
According to a report by Kevin Pinnow, supporters of PAOK have occupied the club's offices in Toumba in response to the impending sale of Giannis Konstantelias to Borussia Dortmund. The report also states that the fans communicated with Ivan Savvidis, the president of PAOK, to express their strong opposition to the sale. The report adds that during his arrival in Dortmund, Konstantelias was contacted by PAOK fans via video call and addressed them, expressing his love for the club and its supporters.
Dimitris Tsorbatzoglou reported on bwinSPORT FM 94.6 that a gathering of PAOK fans is currently taking place at Toumba stadium, expressing strong opposition to the club's decision to transfer Giannis Konstantelias. The reaction concerns not only the decision to sell Konstantelias but also the manner and timing of the transfer, which occurs during a critical period for PAOK following their European elimination by Anderlecht and before matches against Brann for the Conference League playoffs.
Dimitris Tsorbatzoglou reported on bwinSPORT FM 94.6 that a gathering of PAOK fans is currently taking place at Toumba stadium, expressing strong opposition to the club's decision to transfer Giannis Konstantelias. The reaction concerns not only the decision to sell Konstantelias but also the manner and timing of the transfer, which occurs during a critical period for PAOK following their European elimination by Anderlecht and before matches against Brann for the Conference League playoffs.
A report from Christian Woop states that Giannis Konstantelias landed in Dortmund at 11:09 on Sunday morning. The report adds that he is expected to be the next new addition for the Borussia Dortmund attack. A final agreement between the club and PAOK Saloniki has not yet been reached.
A report from Christian Woop states that Giannis Konstantelias landed in Dortmund at 11:09 on Sunday morning. The report adds that he is expected to be the next new addition for the Borussia Dortmund attack. A final agreement between the club and PAOK Saloniki has not yet been reached.
A verbal agreement exists between Giannis Konstantelias and Borussia Dortmund, according to the German website SkySports and reporter Florian Plettenberg. The proposal to Konstantelias includes a four-year contract with net annual earnings of €3.2 million plus additional bonuses. The report adds that Borussia Dortmund presented their sporting plan and the role intended for Konstantelias, which led to his agreement. However, a full agreement has not yet been reached between PAOK and Borussia Dortmund, with talks ongoing over a fee of around €25-30 million plus a significant sell-on percentage for PAOK.
A verbal agreement exists between Giannis Konstantelias and Borussia Dortmund, according to the German website SkySports and reporter Florian Plettenberg. The proposal to Konstantelias includes a four-year contract with net annual earnings of €3.2 million plus additional bonuses. The report adds that Borussia Dortmund presented their sporting plan and the role intended for Konstantelias, which led to his agreement. However, a full agreement has not yet been reached between PAOK and Borussia Dortmund, with talks ongoing over a fee of around €25-30 million plus a significant sell-on percentage for PAOK.
German sources report that the total financial benefit for PAOK is estimated at 32 million euros, including additional bonuses and a 10% resale clause. According to German reports, the two clubs have discussed a potential arrangement for Giannis Konstantelias to be acquired by Borussia Dortmund now but stay at PAOK on loan for one more season. In such a case, the 22-year-old attacking midfielder would continue playing for the current season and move to Germany next summer. At this time, PAOK has not issued an official announcement, and the information originates exclusively from Germany.
German sources report that the total financial benefit for PAOK is estimated at 32 million euros, including additional bonuses and a 10% resale clause. According to German reports, the two clubs have discussed a potential arrangement for Giannis Konstantelias to be acquired by Borussia Dortmund now but stay at PAOK on loan for one more season. In such a case, the 22-year-old attacking midfielder would continue playing for the current season and move to Germany next summer. At this time, PAOK has not issued an official announcement, and the information originates exclusively from Germany.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Giannis Konstantelias is traveling to Dortmund and will undergo medical examinations with Borussia Dortmund.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Giannis Konstantelias is traveling to Dortmund and will undergo medical examinations with Borussia Dortmund.
Giannis Konstantelias is currently traveling to Germany ahead of his move to Borussia Dortmund, according to @BalkansSports_. A club-to-club agreement has been reached for a fee of approximately €30M. @BalkansSports_ noted that Gazzetta was the first to report the news.
Giannis Konstantelias is currently traveling to Germany ahead of his move to Borussia Dortmund, according to @BalkansSports_. A club-to-club agreement has been reached for a fee of approximately €30M. @BalkansSports_ noted that Gazzetta was the first to report the news.
Dimitris Tsorbatzoglou referred to the impending sale of Giannis Konstantelias to Borussia Dortmund. Negotiations took place and the amount reportedly offered is 28 million euros plus 2 million in bonuses. There is unverified information about a 17.5% resale percentage. There are very strong reactions and a major sporting issue is arising for PAOK. Tsorbatzoglou stated that PAOK will make moves, but the atmosphere is very tense and the necessary unity is being lost.
Dimitris Tsorbatzoglou referred to the impending sale of Giannis Konstantelias to Borussia Dortmund. Negotiations took place and the amount reportedly offered is 28 million euros plus 2 million in bonuses. There is unverified information about a 17.5% resale percentage. There are very strong reactions and a major sporting issue is arising for PAOK. Tsorbatzoglou stated that PAOK will make moves, but the atmosphere is very tense and the necessary unity is being lost.
According to Gazzetta.gr, the PAOK supporters' group 'Gate 4' posted on its official social media account about the possible transfer of Giannis Konstantelias to Dortmund. The organized supporters are demanding his retention at PAOK.
According to Gazzetta.gr, the PAOK supporters' group 'Gate 4' posted on its official social media account about the possible transfer of Giannis Konstantelias to Dortmund. The organized supporters are demanding his retention at PAOK.
Kicker reports that Borussia Dortmund has focused on Giannis Konstantelias of PAOK after a failed attempt to sign El Mala. The publication also states that PAOK and its president, Ivan Savvidis, value Konstantelias at approximately 30 million euros. According to the report, PAOK's elimination from the Europa League resulted in a financial loss of seven million euros, and Konstantelias is the player who would bring the highest transfer fee for the Greek club. Kicker adds that negotiations could be complicated by the two upcoming matches against Brann, in which Konstantelias is expected to play.
Kicker reports that Borussia Dortmund has focused on Giannis Konstantelias of PAOK after a failed attempt to sign El Mala. The publication also states that PAOK and its president, Ivan Savvidis, value Konstantelias at approximately 30 million euros. According to the report, PAOK's elimination from the Europa League resulted in a financial loss of seven million euros, and Konstantelias is the player who would bring the highest transfer fee for the Greek club. Kicker adds that negotiations could be complicated by the two upcoming matches against Brann, in which Konstantelias is expected to play.
Bild reports several points regarding Giannis Konstantelias and Borussia Dortmund. According to the publication, there is communication between the two parties. It also states that a transfer fee could reach 25.5 million euros and that the club is offering the player three million euros per year. Furthermore, Bild claims that Konstantelias is the most prominent name on Dortmund's list and not simply an alternative. In a separate report, Sky Sport states that Borussia Dortmund is considering Giannis Konstantelias.
Bild reports several points regarding Giannis Konstantelias and Borussia Dortmund. According to the publication, there is communication between the two parties. It also states that a transfer fee could reach 25.5 million euros and that the club is offering the player three million euros per year. Furthermore, Bild claims that Konstantelias is the most prominent name on Dortmund's list and not simply an alternative. In a separate report, Sky Sport states that Borussia Dortmund is considering Giannis Konstantelias.
Sky Sport journalist Patrick Berger reported that a Borussia Dortmund official was present in Brussels to watch Giannis Konstantelias in the Europa League qualifier against Anderlecht. According to Sky, the official was David Blaha, an advisor and assistant to Dortmund's sporting director, who was at the stadium to observe the PAOK Thessaloniki forward. Berger also stated that Konstantelias is not the only option Dortmund is considering.
Sky Sport journalist Patrick Berger reported that a Borussia Dortmund official was present in Brussels to watch Giannis Konstantelias in the Europa League qualifier against Anderlecht. According to Sky, the official was David Blaha, an advisor and assistant to Dortmund's sporting director, who was at the stadium to observe the PAOK Thessaloniki forward. Berger also stated that Konstantelias is not the only option Dortmund is considering.
According to Sky Germany, Giannis Konstantelias is one of the players who will be examined more closely by Borussia Dortmund after the failed negotiations for Said El Mala. To date, there has been no official offer to PAOK, and negotiations have not started between the two clubs.
According to Sky Germany, Giannis Konstantelias is one of the players who will be examined more closely by Borussia Dortmund after the failed negotiations for Said El Mala. To date, there has been no official offer to PAOK, and negotiations have not started between the two clubs.
Borussia Dortmund wants to acquire Giannis Konstantelias. The sporting director for the German club made highly complimentary comments about the PAOK player and analyzed his qualities in an interview with 'GOAL'. It is noted that if the Westphalians acquire Konstantelias, he will fill the gap left by Karim Adeyemi's transfer to Barcelona, as they have similar playing characteristics.
Borussia Dortmund wants to acquire Giannis Konstantelias. The sporting director for the German club made highly complimentary comments about the PAOK player and analyzed his qualities in an interview with 'GOAL'. It is noted that if the Westphalians acquire Konstantelias, he will fill the gap left by Karim Adeyemi's transfer to Barcelona, as they have similar playing characteristics.
Giannis Konstantelias is a potential transfer target for Borussia Dortmund in the event that the transfer for Said El Mala is unsuccessful.
Giannis Konstantelias is a potential transfer target for Borussia Dortmund in the event that the transfer for Said El Mala is unsuccessful.
According to Kicker, Giannis Konstantelias is a significant target for Borussia Dortmund. The publication praises the PAOK attacking midfielder for his speed and dribbling ability. German reports state that Dortmund has not completed its signings to replace Karim Adeyemi, who moved to Barcelona, and wants another creative footballer after Karetzas. The name of Konstantelias has also been linked with Dortmund in Italian reports. It is noted that Dortmund has turned to smaller markets such as Greece and Belgium.
According to Kicker, Giannis Konstantelias is a significant target for Borussia Dortmund. The publication praises the PAOK attacking midfielder for his speed and dribbling ability. German reports state that Dortmund has not completed its signings to replace Karim Adeyemi, who moved to Barcelona, and wants another creative footballer after Karetzas. The name of Konstantelias has also been linked with Dortmund in Italian reports. It is noted that Dortmund has turned to smaller markets such as Greece and Belgium.
A report from Gianluca Di Marzio states that PAOK's Giannis Konstantelias is being monitored by Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, and Juventus, with Dortmund appearing the most determined. According to the same report, Konstantelias was previously close to a transfer to Stuttgart last summer. PAOK reportedly rejected a €17.5 million offer from Salzburg in March 2026 and set an asking price of over €30 million in May 2026.
Read Full StoryA report from Gianluca Di Marzio states that PAOK's Giannis Konstantelias is being monitored by Borussia Dortmund, Chelsea, and Juventus, with Dortmund appearing the most determined. According to the same report, Konstantelias was previously close to a transfer to Stuttgart last summer. PAOK reportedly rejected a €17.5 million offer from Salzburg in March 2026 and set an asking price of over €30 million in May 2026.
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