The completed transfer window for Borussia Dortmund can certainly be described as a major overhaul. The departures of high earners such as Niklas Süle and Julian Brandt, along with the signings of promising young talents, demonstrate the new direction for Borussia Dortmund, which is set to continue in the coming year.

Two more contracts of established but expensive players will expire next year: those of Marcel Sabitzer and Ramy Bensebaini. According to Sport Bild, an extension in both cases is currently ruled out.

Discussions about a possible continuation have not been planned so far, with all signs pointing toward departures, according to the report.

It is another step in the rejuvenation process under sporting director Ole Book, whose oldest new signing this summer was the 27-year-old Joey Veerman. The remaining transfers were mostly still under 20 years old, while two 30-year-olds—Julian Brandt and Niklas Süle—left the club.

The previous year, Borussia Dortmund's average age in the Bundesliga had been 26.2 years according to Sport Bild, but it was 25.0 years at the opening match against Hamburg.

Multiple contract extensions sought

However, since a squad cannot consist exclusively of young talents, Borussia Dortmund also needs some experience in the team. This should be provided by, among others, Julian Ryerson and Waldemar Anton.

Both defenders are key players for the Black and Yellows and are currently both contracted to the last season's runners-up until 2028. According to Sport Bild, both players have already received the signal from Borussia Dortmund that their contracts should be extended early.

Discussions on this matter are set to begin in the coming weeks. The same applies to goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, whose contract also runs until 2028.