Sebastian Kehl

Sebastian Kehl, a former professional footballer for Borussia Dortmund (BVB), has unexpectedly departed from his role as the club's Sportdirektor. He initially joined BVB's management in 2018 as head of the licensed player division, a period that saw Dortmund win the DFB-Pokal in 2021. He then assumed the position of Sportdirektor in the summer of 2022. News articles indicate that Borussia Dortmund and Kehl have ended their collaboration with immediate effect, seven match days before the end of the season. While speculation about a strained relationship between Kehl and BVB had circulated previously, the timing of the separation is considered surprising. Kehl himself stated that it was an honor to work for the club. His departure leaves a significant vacancy in Dortmund's management structure as they approach the end of the Bundesliga season.