Jamie Gittens (Borussia Dortmund)
Summer 2025 Transfer Window
Chelsea are negotiating a €6-7 million per season contract offer for 20-year-old winger Jamie Gittens to lure him from Dortmund.
Dortmund are willing to listen to offers over £50m for Gittens, making Chelsea’s aggressive financial offer critical to sealing the transfer.
Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund)
Summer 2025 Transfer Window
Newcastle and Chelsea have initiated talks for Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel as BVB prepares for his likely departure.
After making 42 appearances this season, Kobel could move with Dortmund ready to replace him with Diant Ramaj; competition for his signature is heating up.
Robin Koch (Eintracht Frankfurt)
April 2025
Dortmund have initiated contact for Frankfurt defender Robin Koch, who could leave for €18m–€20m due to a release clause.
Dortmund’s pursuit depends on Champions League qualification, which is uncertain as they currently sit seventh in the Bundesliga.
Julian Brandt (Borussia Dortmund)
April 2025
Julian Brandt may leave Borussia Dortmund, with Werder Bremen interested despite financial hurdles.
Brandt’s contract runs until 2026, but he has expressed admiration for Bremen. A deal remains unlikely unless he accepts a significant wage reduction.
Oleksandr Zinchenko (Arsenal)
April 2025
Borussia Dortmund are considering a summer move for Arsenal left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko, with both the club and player reportedly open to parting ways.
Zinchenko has lost his starting spot to Myles Lewis-Skelly, making a transfer more likely. Dortmund’s long-standing interest may finally translate into action this transfer window.
Mats Hummels (Roma)
Summer 2025
The 36-year-old defender has announced he will retire at the end of the current season after an 18-year career.
Hummels, a 2014 World Cup champion, reflected on his journey and stated, “Now comes the moment no footballer can avoid… I’m ending my career this summer.” He is currently finishing his final season at Roma.
Jamie Gittens (Borussia Dortmund)
Summer 2025 (target window)
Chelsea are seriously considering a move for 20-year-old winger Jamie Gittens.
Gittens has tallied 10 goal contributions this season in 27 matches but has failed to score or assist in his last 16. Dortmund are reportedly open to selling him, and several clubs across Europe are monitoring the situation.
Jadon Sancho (Chelsea)
April 2025
Jadon Sancho has reportedly requested a return to Borussia Dortmund after an underwhelming loan spell at Chelsea, where he contributed just one goal and two assists in his last 20 games.
Chelsea are contractually obligated to buy Sancho for £25m, but are considering paying a £5m penalty to cancel the deal and avoid a permanent move, sending him back to Manchester United.
Ralf Rangnick (Austria)
March 2025
Ralf Rangnick is attracting strong interest from Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, with both Bundesliga giants exploring roles for the current Austria manager.
While Rangnick rejected Bayern last year, club figures still admire his experience and scouting acumen. Uli Hoeness envisions him in a long-term strategist role. No formal contact yet, but interest remains alive.
