The rumors about Borussia Dortmund’s interest in Ellyes Skhiri are taking on more concrete forms. According to a report by the ‘Express’, the black and yellow are a “very hot candidate” on the signing of the 27-year-old midfield worker.
Skhiri’s working paper at 1. FC Köln expires after the season. According to the current status, there will be no extension. FC coach Steffen Baumgart explains: “I am convinced that together we can tackle bigger goals. However, Ellyes has a clear sporting plan in mind, which he cannot implement here from his point of view. If he gets a suitable offer, he will do it.” Nevertheless be “But of course the door is always open for him”.
In Dortmund, on the other hand, they have been looking for a better mentality for some time. Skhiri stands for exactly this attribute, among other things. “One or the other Bundesliga club will look at Ellyes”says Baumgart about his champion, in whom various French clubs in particular have expressed great interest.
