Borussia Dortmund has had a strong season, currently positioned as runners-up in the Bundesliga behind Bayern Munich.
Returning to second place after finishing fourth and fifth in previous years is significant for Dortmund, especially with Bayern winning the title 12 times in the last 13 seasons.
Being 11 points behind Bayern and six points ahead of Hoffenheim is a solid position for the team.
However, they face challenges with their squad as one of their key players is hesitant about a contract renewal.
According to German outlet Bild, Karim Adeyemi is delaying signing a new contract with Dortmund despite the club’s efforts to secure him.
Adeyemi hopes to join a Premier League team, which he sees as a dream move.
The Daily Mail reports that Manchester United is interested in the player, having considered him during their recent attacking overhaul.
Last summer, United added Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko to boost their offense, and their next focus is the midfield.
If United pursues Adeyemi, they face a hurdle. His contract runs until 2027 with no release clause, meaning negotiations with Dortmund, who do not wish to sell, will be necessary.
Although this summer offers Dortmund their last chance to sell Adeyemi before he can leave for free through a pre-contract agreement, the club still has leverage.
Adeyemi’s new agent, Jorge Mendes, is advocating for a release clause in any new contract to facilitate a smoother transfer.
Currently, with United concentrating on midfield signings, it’s uncertain how strong their interest in Adeyemi really is.