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Soccer · Managers · published 2026-10-08T00:00:00+00:00 · via Bundesliga

Dortmund expect Kovač to sign new contract soon

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Borussia Dortmund believe Niko Kovač will soon agree to a new deal. The coach has guided the club to four wins from four in the 2026/27 Bundesliga, putting them top, and they have also started their Champions League and DFB Cup campaigns with victories. CEO Carsten Cramer said further talks are needed because not everyone was available during the international break.

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Niko Kovač took over Dortmund in February 2025, succeeding Nuri Şahin while the side sat in the lower half. He lifted them into Champions League qualification and then a second-place finish behind Bayern Munich last season. He has also set a Dortmund record for points in his first 50 matches.

Dortmund have begun 2026/27 with four league wins, leading by two points and owning the division's sole perfect record. They also won opening fixtures in the Champions League and DFB Cup. Kovač's existing contract runs through the season's end, and CEO Carsten Cramer said talks remain, with more discussions needed after the international break.

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Dortmund's fanbase, squad, and staff could be most directly affected by Kovač's contract outcome, as certainty may shape planning and morale. Rival clubs and coaches might see one fewer high-profile vacancy if he extends. Media discussion and matchday mood may shift around the club's direction, though broader societal effects are likely limited to football culture and local interest.

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