Sebastian Kehl is optimistic that Mats Hummels (34) will be able to extend his contract in the near future. “We are in good talks. I don’t have anything official to announce today. But I have in-depth conversations with Mats every week.”, said the sporting director of Borussia Dortmund on ‘Sky90’. The central defender’s contract expires at the end of the season and is initially to be extended by one season.
Kehl makes no secret of this wish: “We want to extend with Mats, he knows that.” The time of waiting and weighing must now end. “He also knows that we need a decision from him soon – ideally before the end of the season”, warns the BVB boss and thus subtly increases the pressure on the decision-maker. On the other hand: The fact that Hummels takes a lot of time for his decision in this phase of his career, “we understand very well”Kehl continues.
“Not entirely without a chance” at Bellingham
Dortmund’s chief squad planner does not want to bury the hope that midfield star Jude Bellingham (19) will stay. “I have to prepare for different scenarios”said Kehl “He’s an outstanding player, losing him would definitely hurt a lot. Nevertheless, we are currently very relaxed and are not pushing anything.”
He was with Bellingham’s parents “in contact”there is no deadline for the decision. “We let everything come to us. But I don’t see us completely without a chance.”Kehl struggled for optimism, “everything else will ultimately depend on the player and the environment.” According to media reports, Bellingham is in principle in agreement with Real Madrid. After FT-Information is also being negotiated between the clubs, but so far without a breakthrough.
