Borussia Dortmund director of football Sebastian Kehl has admitted “internal” discussions were held over signing Jadon Sancho for a third time this summer—but with “no state, no sheikh, no billionaire” backing the club, a deal was not financially viable.
Dortmund’s late Bundesliga surge last season secured Champions League qualification against the odds, and the associated riches, for 2025–26. Six new players have arrived to boost the squad.
