Official: Borussia Dortmund announce Emre Can contract extension
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Following speculation during the week, Borussia Dortmund have officially announced that Emre Can has signed a one-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until 2027.
Can’s previous deal had been set to expire at the end of the current season, but both player and club were keen to continue their long-standing relationship, which is now set to enter its eighth year.
Speaking after the announcement, Can expressed his delight:
“I am delighted to continue being part of Borussia Dortmund. BVB is a special club, and I would like to sincerely thank everyone for their support. My goal now is to get fit again as quickly as possible, return to the pitch with my teammates, and achieve success with the club.”
Sporting director Lars Ricken also praised the captain’s importance to the team:
“Emre is our captain and an absolute role model. He is a leader who sets the standard and always puts the team first. It was no coincidence that, immediately after his serious injury, we made it clear we wanted to continue supporting him, because he remains a key player for Borussia Dortmund. Now, Emre must focus fully on his recovery, and we look forward to seeing him back on the pitch.”
The 32-year-old has been sidelined since February after suffering a cruciate ligament injury in the 3-2 defeat to Bayern Munich.
