Ole Book Appointed Borussia Dortmund's New Sporting Director
Borussia Dortmund appoint Ole Book as sporting director, replacing Sebastian Kehl, with contract until 2029, aiming to strengthen squad and challenge Bayern Munich.
“Borussia Dortmund is a special club for me with an emotional...”
Ole Book has been appointed as Borussia Dortmund's new sporting director, replacing Sebastian Kehl. The 40-year-old joins the eight-time German champions on a contract until June 2029, bringing his expertise from Elversberg, where he led the team's rapid rise from the fourth tier to the second division.
Book's impressive track record at Elversberg, including developing young talents like Nick Woltemade and Fisnik Asllani, caught Dortmund's attention. His appointment signals a shift in approach, prioritizing player development and shrewd recruitment. Book expressed his excitement, saying, “Borussia Dortmund is a special club for me with an emotional connection since childhood.”
Ole Book is set to become Borussia Dortmund’s new sporting director. 🤝
— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) March 23, 2026
BVB has agreed to bring the 40-year-old on board starting this Wednesday. Book will sign a contract running through June 30, 2029. ✍️ pic.twitter.com/ROCZiiVCq8
Ole Book has taken over as Borussia Dortmund's new sporting director, replacing Sebastian Kehl who left the position on Sunday. Book, who's 40, joins Dortmund on a contract until June 2029 from SV Elversburg, where he guided the team from the fourth tier to the second division.
Dortmund currently sits second in the table, trailing Bayern Munich by nine points with seven matches left to play.
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