BVB in the crisis: Power struggles and change of coaches shake Dortmund!

BVB in the crisis: Power struggles and change of coaches shake Dortmund!

The situation at Borussia Dortmund (BVB) is tense: after four competitive defeats in a row, including the critical 1-2 defeat against FC Bologna in the Champions League, coach Nuri Sahin was released from his tasks. This has been the first series of defeat for BVB for 25 years, which illustrates the seriousness of the situation. Despite the separation, the problem not only takes the trainer, but also affects deeper structural difficulties in the club, such as Sky , mislorded and Kehl have different views on transfers. Mislintat, which was discontinued in the summer of 2025 despite internal skepticism, is even said to have ambitions on Kehl's job.

The criticism of Kehl increases, especially since he was a close confidante of Sahin and whose support was enjoyed until the last second. The extension of Kehl's contract by 2027 by Lars Ricken has caused a lack of understanding internally. Experts call for a clear decision about the management structure to solve the problems.

changes within the leadership

But not only the sporting leaders have to face the challenges: Hans-Joachim Watzke, the chairman of the management, has announced that it will resign in autumn 2025. This changes the power structure significantly. Another key figure, Matthias Sammer, is criticized as a consultant, especially because of his double role as Amazon expert, which raises questions about his influence on the club.

The squad planning itself is also affected. Important leaders such as Mats Hummels, Marco Reus and Niclas Füllkrug left the club, which also weakens the team. Emre Can and Julian Brandt were not used in the last game, which reflects the disturbed relationship between players and trainers. After the defeat, no player faced the journalist, which ensures additional uncertainty.

look into the future

The successor situation for Sahin remains unclear. While Niko Kovac is traded as a possible candidate for the successor, Tullberg, the U19 coach, takes over. The BVB is facing a crucial phase that could warn of a total crash, less than a year after reaching the Champions League final. The combination of internal disputes, questionable personnel decisions and a weakened team urgently demands solutions in order not to disappoint the care of the passionate fans.