July 25, (THEWILL) – Borussia Dortmund have completed the signing of midfielder Marcel Sabitzer from Bundesliga rivals, Bayern Munich, to give their squad options for the upcoming season.
The 29-year-old Austrian vice-captain finalised a four-year contract with his new club after successfully passing a medical. The deal is reported to be valued at €19 million. Sabitzer was pleased about joining Dortmund and is eager to contribute to the team’s ambitions in the coming years.
“I can hardly wait to finally join the team and wear the BVB jersey,” Sabitzer remarked, revealing his enthusiasm for this new chapter in his career. Dortmund’s management impressed the midfielder during the negotiations, pointing to the club’s strong desire to achieve success in the upcoming seasons. Sabitzer was keen to play an integral role in helping Dortmund attain their objectives and bring joy to their fans with noteworthy accomplishments in the near future.
The midfielder’s arrival is expected to further enhance the team’s depth and competitiveness. His journey to Dortmund has been characterised by notable achievements in various top-tier clubs. Starting his professional career in Austria with Admira Wacker and Rapid Vienna, Sabitzer moved to Bundesliga club RB Leipzig in 2014, where his skills and abilities on the field developed over time. His impressive performances earned him a transfer to Bayern Munich in 2021.
Sabitzer has played 185 Bundesliga matches and 32 UCL games, with 71 caps for Austrian. He brings international expertise to Dortmund’s midfield after they secured a second-place finish in the Bundesliga last season just behind Bayern on goal difference. Sabitzer provides them with a player of immense talent and experience, and his desire to contribute to the club’s success is evident.
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