Boring Borussia's Bleak Blues Spur Transfer Talks
Amidst Dortmund's struggles on the pitch, rumors about potential reinforcements have started swirling, with a little over three weeks left until the winter transfer window opens. According to 'Sportbild,' the struggling Bundesliga side is reportedly probing the possibility of landing top striker Serhou Guirassy from stuttering Stuttgart. As per the daily, the Bundesliga's fifth-mate is said to be sounding out Guirassy, whose deal with the Swabian outfit extends until 2026, comes equipped with a get-out clause that permits exits both during the winter and summer transfers. Reports point to a transfer fee of around 20 million euros being eyed for the Guinean attacker.
Guirassy's impressive run, having netted 18 goals in 14 competitive showdowns this season, has the 27-year-old's talents on the radar of several clubs. After establishing himself at Stuttgart permanently, following a loan spell from Rennes, for an estimated nine million euros, Guirassy has emerged as a vital cog in the VfB machine. However, Stuttgart sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth has dismissed speculation surrounding Guirassy's future, affirming that their attitude towards his stay has not changed. "With Serhou Guirassy, we had significant reasons for extending his contract in the summer. And the same arguments still hold sway now. We'll see how he responds to this," he stated on DAZN.
The Transfer Saga
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- VfB Stuttgart's sporting director Wohlgemuth's resistance to Guirassy's possible exit, notwithstanding, whispers of Dortmund's interest in the player persist as they navigate a tough patch.
- Guirassy's knack for finding the back of the net has piqued Dortmund's attention, along with other clubs, making him an essential asset for Stuttgart.
- Born and bred in Guinea, the 27-year-old Guirassy moved to Stuttgart permanently following a successful loan spell from Rennes, orchestrated at a cost of roughly nine million euros.
- Should Dortmund manage to secure Guirassy's transfer, they could bolster their roster with a dependable goalscorer that has the potential to help them rebound in the Bundesliga.
- Sports journals have fuelled the speculation, with reports pointing to Dortmund's purported readiness to pay upwards of 20 million euros for Guirassy's services, given his release clause in the deal he holds with VfB Stuttgart.
- Critics caution that Dortmund's pursuit of Guirassy, who is playing a critical role in Stuttgart's bid for a top-four spot in the Bundesliga, could interfere with VfB Stuttgart's aspirations to remain competitive in the German top league.
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Enrichment Insight: Borussia Dortmund eventually secured the services of Guirassy during the winter transfer window for £15 million. Since joining Dortmund, Guirassy has emerged as a key player, scoring 19 goals in 28 Bundesliga outings and netting 9 goals in 8 Champions League fixtures, making him the top scorer in the Champions League this season[1][3]. Dortmund's acquisition of Guirassy has significantly bolstered their attack, yielding improved results on the pitch[1][3].
