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Erling Haaland became a "burden" on the Dortmund dressing room prior to his £51m move to Manchester City this summer, at least according to the club's sporting director Sebastian Kehl.Despite netting a staggering 86 goals in 89 matches during his two-and-a-half year stint in Germany, Kehl said Dortmund were actually quite relieved when they sold Haaland as the he'd "become the subject of every conversation" at the club."In the end, the Haaland issue became a burden in the locker room," Kehl told German outlet BILD.READ MORE: Man Utd fans heckle Erling Haaland out on walk - but Man City hotshot doesn't care"As much as we always loved Haaland and he was successful with us, in the end, he became a burden on the dressing room, the club and the whole environment."He had become the subject of every conversation. Outside the club, almost everything was exclusively focused on him.

Former Manchester United loanee Marcel Sabitzer has announced his departure from Bayern Munich.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has made a tongue-in-cheek reference to Romelu Lukaku’s saved header from close range when explaining his Champions League final success.

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has reiterated that there is no offer on the table for Jude Bellingham amid suggestions he is close to signing for Real Madrid.

Celtic have been joined by Ferencvaros in the chase for South Korea World Cup star Cho Gue-sung. The Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors striker is attracting interest from across Europe with Parkhead boss Ange Postecoglou amongst the interested parties.

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has extinguished rumours that Manchester City have submitted a bid for Erling Haaland.

Erling Haaland wore a Mario Balotelli Manchester City shirt in 2012, as seen in a viral video that has resurfaced.

Liverpool in next summer’s transfer window.The 18-year-old has starred for Borussia Dortmund since joining the Bundesliga club from Birmingham City, helping them to win the DFB-Pokal in his first season in Germany.He has continued to impress in his second campaign, becoming a first choice in the midfield of new Dortmund boss Marco Rose, scoring three goals and notching six assists.His performances for the Black and Yellow have attracted the interest of many of Europe’s leading clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United.It had appeared that the Reds had moved to the front of the queue when reports emerged that suggested Bellingham had agreed a move to Anfield.Dortmund chief Sebastian Kehl has previously confirmed that Liverpool are one

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has stressed that midfielder Jude Bellingham will not be leaving the German club anytime soon, amid continued interest from the Premier League.

Borussia Dortmund have confirmed Liverpool's interest in signing Jude Bellingham and have revealed that there is no release clause in his current contract.Daily Star Sport understands Bellingham is Jurgen Klopp's number one transfer target as he weighs up how to improve his Liverpool side next summer.The Reds could face competition from a number of their title rivals, though, with Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United all linked with a move for Bellingham in recent months.German outlet Bild have also reported this week that Dortmund have set their asking price at £101million as they attempt to hold off interest in the teenage midfielder.Dortmund's head of first-team football, Sebastian Kehl, confirmed the interest from Liverpool in

Chelsea have learned how talks between Borussia Dortmund and their Norwegian sensation went about a potential move for Erling Haaland this summer.Thomas Tuchel's side are one of a plethora of clubs around Europe who have registered interest in the 21-year-old Dortmund superstar.However, Dortmund are reluctant to let Haaland leave this summer before his release clause reportedly kicks in next year, and the Norwegians services could be available for as little as £75million.But Chelsea may not move for Haaland this summer, as the Blues have learned of the conversation between Dortmund and Haaland regarding the strikers future.Sebastian Kehl, Dortmund's sporting director, told Bild: "Will Haaland stay this summer? Yes."In the discussions with

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Dortmund have doubled down on their claim that Jadon Sancho is not for sale amid Manchester United's continued interest.

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has given an update on Manchester United transfer target Jadon Sancho. The Red Devils are continuing to battle for the 20-year-old’s signature, having been linked with a move throughout the summer.

straight to your inboxSancho staying put - Dortmund head of footballBorussia Dortmund head of football Sebastian Kehl has insisted that Jadon Sancho will stay with the Bundesliga club for the 2020/21 season.The England winger remains Manchester United’s top transfer target, although the clubs remain apart in their valuation of the player.And while Kehl reaffirmed Dortmund’s belief that Sancho will stay, he admitted the club are monitoring the market for a replacement in case a deal is struck during the final three weeks of the transfer market. "Jadon Sancho will play at Borussia Dortmund this season,” Kehl told ARD .

Borussia Dortmund’s sporting director has spoken out over Jadon Sancho’s future again amid Manchester United’s continued interest.

straight to your inboxManchester United fans are becoming increasingly frustrated at the lack of transfer activity at Old Trafford.The club's pursuit of Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho continues to dominate the headlines but no agreement has been reached with the Bundesliga side yet. Dortmund are adamant Sancho will remain at the club for at least one more season though United have not given up on a deal for the 20-year-old.Club director Sebastian Kehl issued another update on the England international's future on Saturday.He said: "Jadon is happy to stay.

Borussia Dortmund director Sebastian Kehl is expecting Jadon Sancho to stay at the club. The 20-year-old winger looked almost certain to return to England earlier this summer after being linked with a move to Manchester United, but they could be made to wait until the middle of 2021.

straight to your inboxBorussia Dortmund expect Manchester United target Jadon Sancho to stay at the club for "at least one more season", according to club director Sebastian Kehl.Sancho remains a priority target for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer but United have been unable to reach an agreement with the Bundesliga side thus far.MEN Sport understands United are becoming increasingly frustrated with the slow pace of negotiations and have not reached a resolution with his agent over salary expectations.

straight to your inbox Borussia Dortmund have risked further embarrassment after Sebastian Kehl, the head of licensed player division, reiterated Jadon Sancho was staying at the club. Manchester United have not given up on signing the £108million-rated Sancho, 20, after the Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc claimed the decision was 'final' that the England international would not be sold.

Borussia Dortmund have released a fresh statement when it comes to Jadon Sancho's move to Manchester United. The German outfit confirmed on Monday that a deal was off, with the Red Devils missing the August 10 deadline set by the Bundesliga side.While United remain committed to landing the 20-year-old, Dortmund are standing firm and expect Sancho to be their player when the top flight restarts on September 18.And head of footballing operations Sebastian Kehl has doubled down on the club's initial statement, announcing they are happy Sancho will remain beyond the summer."It was important to get clarity on the subject," Kehl told SID."We know about Jadon's attractiveness, but also of his importance to us.