Nils Ole Book is not participating in Borussia's Asian tour
Borussia Dortmund sporting director Nils Ole Book will not participate in the Asian tour as he is focusing on transfer deals with Konstantinos Karetsas and Said El Mala.
Nils Ole Book does not participate in Borussia's Asian tour
According to Sports.
Why this is important
The fact that Nils Ole Book did not participate in the tour in Asia shows that Borussia Dortmund is highly focused on the transfer market in the context that the team needs additional strength. The departure of players like Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi has created a large void in the squad, and Dortmund needs to quickly find suitable replacements to maintain competitive strength.
Main point
- Nils Ole Book does not participate in Borussia's Asian tour.
- Borussia Dortmund sporting director Nils Ole Book will not participate in the Asia tour as he is focusing on transfer deals with Konstantinos Karetsas and Said El Mala.
- Nils Ole Book to skip Borussia Dortmund Asia tour amid unresolved transfer business - Yahoo Sports.
Borussia Dortmund's sporting director Nils Ole Book will not participate in the summer tour in Asia, specifically Japan, in the context of difficult transfer deals. According to information from Kicker and Westphalia's Ruhr Nachrichten newspapers, Book will stay in Germany to focus on completing important transfer deals for the team.
Borussia Dortmund was unsuccessful in signing two players Konstantinos Karetsas and Said El Mala. Both of these players are considered important targets for the team's attack, especially after the departure of Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi. In a recent interview, Book admitted that the team hopes to sign a striker as soon as possible, but also emphasized that Dortmund will not let disappointment dictate their transfer decision.
As for Karetsas, Dortmund have identified the 18-year-old as a potential replacement for the departed players. However, previous direct negotiations with KRC Genk failed to reach an agreement. Kicker said Dortmund will continue to approach KRC Genk in the near future, and a successful deal could be worth more than 30 million euros.
Book's decision not to take part in the trip to Japan suggests Dortmund hopes to make progress in their transfer dealings while the team is away. The situation regarding El Mala does not appear to be that urgent. Dortmund made an offer with a guaranteed fee in excess of €30m last week, but the total value was still lower than Köln's €50m valuation, so they immediately rejected the offer.
Dortmund believe that El Mala are currently leaning towards a move to BVB and do not feel the need to raise their offer immediately. Head coach Niko Kovač also appeared quite calm about the situation. However, Book's absence from the Asian tour highlights that Dortmund's summer transfer activity is not yet complete and the sporting director needs to focus on these two important deals.
What happens next
Borussia Dortmund is expected to continue negotiating with KRC Genk to complete the transfer of Konstantinos Karetsas, a highly rated player in the transfer market. If this deal is successful, it can help the team strengthen their attack and support the development of young players in the squad.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Nils Ole Book?
Nils Ole Book is the sporting director of Borussia Dortmund.
Why didn't Nils Ole Book join the Asian tour?
Nils Ole Book will not participate in the Asian tour due to an unresolved transfer issue.
Who is Borussia Dortmund trying to sign?
Borussia Dortmund is trying to sign Konstantinos Karetsas and Said El Mala.
Where do Karetsas come from?
Karetsas currently plays for KRC Genk.
How much did Borussia Dortmund offer El Mala?
Borussia Dortmund have made an offer with a guaranteed fee in excess of 30 million euros for El Mala.
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