Justin Lerma: The football star of tomorrow will change to Borussia Dortmund in 2026!

Justin Lerma: The football star of tomorrow will change to Borussia Dortmund in 2026!

Justin Lerma, a 16-year-old footballer hopeful from Ecuador, has announced his upcoming commitment to Borussia Dortmund. The talented midfielder, currently actively at Independiente Del Valle, will officially join the black and yellow in 2026, after his 18th birthday on May 5. This is reported Derwesten.de

The young Lerma is already a central player for his current team, which is known as a talent forge and has already produced many prominent players. A month ago he made his debut with the professionals of Independiente Del Valle and even played in the starting line-up last weekend, where he completed 57 minutes in the 2-1 win against El Nacional. Dortmund's sports director Sebastian Kehl emphasized that the Lerma club has been observing for some time and maintaining close contact with him and his family. Kehl described him as one of the best South American players in his generation.

youth national teams and initial successes

lerma represents Ecuador in various youth national teams and scored a double pack at the first game of the U17 South American Championship against Uruguay. In this outstanding performance, he prepared the first goal and then scored the two other goals, which contributed significantly to the 4-0 victory for Ecuador. With these achievements, he not only attracted the attention of scouts, but also raised hopes for his participation in future international matches.

As soon as Lerma moves to Dortmund, he could become the seventh Ecuadorian in the Bundesliga, but the Borussia's first player. This development reflects the growing presence of Ecuadorian talents in European leagues and could underline the future ambitions of the association.

The meaning for Borussia Dortmund

The move from Lerma to Dortmund falls into a phase in which the club strives to develop young talents and integrate them into the first team. This is a step towards consolidating the sporting identity of Borussia and at the same time creates the opportunity for Lerma to develop in one of the strongest leagues in the world. Borussia Dortmund has already signed many players from South America in the past, and Lerma could fit well into this concept.

In the Ecuadorian national team, numerous well -known players are active who have contributed to the hope of the country through their achievements in Europe. The selection team, which has existed since 1925 and is a member of FIFA and Conmebol, has produced a variety of talents over the years. This traditionally strong basis could also benefit Lerma if he establishes himself in Dortmund.

Until his change, Lerma will continue to show his skills at independiented del Valle, where he currently has the chance to develop further and increase his game practice. The expectations are high and all eyes are aimed at the young Ecuadorian. He could not only become an important player for Dortmund, but also for the future of Ecuadorian football.