🤝 Marcel Sabitzer signed an contract with Dortmund

Bayern Munich midfielder Sabitzer joins Borussia Dortmund, signing until 2027, and he will wear the number 20 jersey for the team.



Dortmund official:

Borussia Dortmund Football Club has signed Marcel Sabitzer from Bayern Munich Football Club. The 29-year-old Austrian national team vice-captain completed his medical examination at Dortmund today and subsequently signed a contract until June 30, 2027.

Sabitzer will join the team on Tuesday alongside the club's sporting director, Sebastian Kehl, as the team prepares for preseason matches in the United States on Monday.

Kehl emphasized, "Marcel is an experienced player who has been competing in top international events for many years. He fully meets our requirements: as a midfield core, he can strengthen us both defensively and offensively. Marcel is physically strong and has a strong scoring ability. We believe his character will make him a crucial pillar of the team and help us improve our efficiency, especially in those challenging matches."

After signing the contract, Sabitzer stated, "I can't wait to join the team and wear the Borussia Dortmund jersey. I had very pleasant discussions with the Dortmund management, and it showed me the club's ambitious plans for the coming years. I hope to contribute my part to ensure that Borussia Dortmund achieves its goals and to celebrate special moments with the fans as soon as possible."

In his professional career, Sabitzer has participated in 185 Bundesliga matches (scoring 34 goals and providing 29 assists) and 32 UEFA Champions League matches (scoring 4 goals and providing 7 assists) for RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich. He also played in 29 UEFA Europa League matches (scoring 5 goals and providing 2 assists) and 71 national team matches (scoring 14 goals). Last season, he was loaned to Manchester United from February to May, appearing in 18 matches and contributing 3 goals.

According to reports from journalist Romano, the total cost of Sabitzer's transfer to Borussia Dortmund is 19 million euros, including performance-related bonuses.