Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund have confirmed that Sebastian Kehl will succeed Michael Zorc as BVB sporting director from next summer, signing a contract until 2025.
“I have felt very closely connected to this great club for almost 20 years now and I’m proud to be given the opportunity to shape the sporting future of Borussia Dortmund in a position of responsibility starting in 2022,” said Kehl.
BVB CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke added: “I’m happy that we have once again succeeded in keeping a deserved title winner at the club on a long-term basis. Sebastian has done a great job in recent years and has already commenced preparations for his future role.”
