Raphael Guerreiro would like to extend his expiring contract with BVB. However, those responsible are still hesitating and want to wait and see for the coming weeks.
According to the Ruhr news, it is mainly Guerreiro’s recurring muscle injuries that make the Dortmund bosses ponder. In addition, the Portuguese has been conspicuous for years due to mysterious fluctuations in performance and sometimes tends towards a playing style that is too risky and not sufficiently uncompromising.
The Portuguese himself would like to stay with the Black and Yellows, according to the local newspaper. Together with his family he feels very comfortable in Dortmund. Decision makers would be hoping that in the weeks leading up to the winter break, Guerreiro can clear any doubts and make himself indispensable for a contract extension.
Sport Bild reported this week that no concrete talks have taken place between the club and the player.
Behind Guerreiro, BVB trusts young Tom Rothe (17) and Prince Aning (18). Both “would be backups that you can throw in without hesitation,” explains coach Edin Terzic. Nevertheless, the teenage duo naturally still lacks the necessary experience.
According to the Ruhr Nachrichten, Rothe is currently clearly ahead of newcomer Aning in the hierarchy, who still has to get used to the physical demands in Germany. The Dutchman moved to the Ruhr area from the U18s from Ajax Amsterdam in the summer and suffered an ankle injury at the start of the season.
This article was originally published on 90min.com as Contract expiring: Guerreiro wants to stay – BVB bosses hesitate.
