Overview
- Borussia Dortmund, which announced the extension Friday, signed the 26-year-old defender to 2031 after his previous deal ran to 2027.
- German outlet Kicker reports a €50–€60 million release clause for a small pool of elite clubs that could be active as soon as this summer.
- Kicker also reports a fixed wage near €10 million plus bonuses, making him a top earner without the earlier €14 million figure.
- Talks stretched for months and slowed after sporting director Sebastian Kehl exited, then resumed under new chief Ole Book as leaders praised respectful negotiations.
- The move ends near-term links to Real Madrid and other suitors, while the reported clause preserves a controlled route for a future transfer as Dortmund keeps a first-choice center back for club and country.