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Karim Adeyemi: Borussia Dortmund Contract Extension
In the event of a contract extension with Borussia Dortmund, Karim Adeyemi's monthly salary would increase from the current €475,000 to €600,000. According to 'Sky', this would correspond to a total annual income of €7.2 million. The pay-TV channel reports that BVB does not want to allow the 23-year-old to become one of the top earners. However, Borussia Dortmund's current offer is not satisfactory for Adeyemi.
Officials do not approve of Karim Adeyemi's demand for an exit clause, but they cannot rule one out. According to information from 'Sport Bild', for an exit option to be included in the new contract, it must be at least 80 million euros. The offensive player's contract is valid until 2027.
Contract extensions with Karim Adeyemi are considered a high priority by Dortmund's squad planners. Both parties desire a significant salary increase and a release clause. Sebastian Kehl explained to 'Sky' that he generally does not favor release clauses and strives for players who fully commit to the club. Kehl also stated that they are in the early stages of negotiations regarding both personnel matters, will attempt to find a fair solution together, and will subsequently make a decision.
Borussia Dortmund is in negotiations with winger Karim Adeyemi regarding a contract extension. According to German media, these negotiations are not proceeding as smoothly as expected. German media report that Adeyemi is insisting the new contract include a release clause. The reports add that the club from Westphalia is attempting to avoid this, because a precedent of this nature could encourage other players to request the same in their negotiations. Media also report that Adeyemi has no intention of looking for a new club.
Borussia Dortmund wants to extend the contract of national player Karim Adeyemi. BILD reports that it has knowledge of the details regarding the contract duration being offered by the club and a clause that Adeyemi wants to include.
According to 'Sky', both parties are currently making significant progress towards a contract extension. Adeyemi's agent, Jorge Mendes, was reportedly in Dortmund approximately two to three weeks ago to negotiate the new contract with Sebastian Kehl. The pay-TV channel describes these negotiations as very positive. The 23-year-old has also signaled his desire to stay in Dortmund.
Patrick Berger reports in the 'Sky' podcast 'Auffe Süd' that initial talks between BVB and the player's side have begun over a contract with a duration planned to be at least until 2029. According to the report, Jorge Mendes promised Karim Adeyemi a significant salary increase with a promise to double his salary. A salary increase to the levels of Gregor Kobel and Serhou Guirassy is conceivable, but it is mainly a question of budget. BVB aims to secure his signature by next summer to avoid Adeyemi entering his final contract year without an extension.
According to Sky Sport, initial talks have taken place between Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl and Jorge Mendes regarding a possible contract extension for Karim Adeyemi, and the discussions are still at an early stage.
'Sport Bild' reports that Borussia Dortmund has had an initial exchange with agent Jorge Mendes regarding the future of Karim Adeyemi. The club wants to extend Adeyemi's contract beyond 2027, at least until 2029. Borussia Dortmund is prepared for another salary increase, with the forward potentially earning up to seven million euros in the future.
Bild reports on Dortmund's interest in extending Karim Adeyemi's contract. Dortmund's management is interested in extending Karim Adeyemi's contract, which currently runs until 2027. Initial talks for an extension to 2029 had occurred with his former agency, but negotiations have restarted after Adeyemi joined Jorge Mendes as his new agent. Adeyemi expressed feeling comfortable at Dortmund and is focused on his performance on the field.
Karim Adeyemi and Borussia Dortmund are considering a contract extension in the winter. Both the player and the club have ruled out a summer departure.
Under the new coach Niko Kovac, Adeyemi has been performing well and is now considering staying at Borussia Dortmund. He feels comfortable under Kovac and is in good form. He has a contract until 2027, and Dortmund is counting on him.
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