Arsenal contacts Dortmund chief scout as Newcastle and Tottenham show interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 11:54 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Arsenal has made contact with Borussia Dortmund chief scout Sebastian Krug, as reported by Sky Germany. The Gunners are interested in the 43-year-old, who has been instrumental in Dortmund’s recent recruitment. Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur are also reportedly looking into Krug, who helped facilitate high-profile signings like Erling Haaland and Jude Bellingham. Krug, now in his role since 2022, may face increased competition for his services this summer.
- •Arsenal initiates contact with Sebastian Krug from Dortmund.
- •Newcastle and Tottenham are also eyeing Krug's services.
- •Krug has been key in Dortmund's major signings recently.
- •He was promoted to chief scout at Dortmund in 2022.
- 11:54 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal make contact with Dortmund chief scout as Newcastle and Tottenham circle
"Arsenal are showing interest in Borussia Dortmund chief scout Sebastian Krug, according to Sky Germany.The German broadcaster reports that the Gunners have made initial contact with the 43-year-old ov...
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