Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea target Argentine talent Giovanni Baroni

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea target Argentine talent Giovanni Baroni
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Borussia Dortmund has joined Chelsea and Fiorentina in pursuit of Argentine midfielder Giovanni Baroni. The 17-year-old player reportedly has a €25 million release clause, but it may be reduced to €15 million plus bonuses. Dortmund has already confirmed the signings of Justin Lerma and Kauã Prates, both 18 years old, from Independiente and Cruzeiro. The club is making significant moves under new sporting director Ole Book, having also signed RB Salzburg defender Joane Gadou for €19.5 million. These actions aim to strengthen the squad's foundations for the future.

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  • Dortmund confirms signings of Lerma and Prates from South America.
  • Baroni’s reported release clause is €25 million, potentially negotiable.
  • Ole Book has taken steps to reshape Dortmund’s future squad.
  • Team positions itself alongside Chelsea and Fiorentina in transfer race.
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  • 7:50 AMYahoo SportsBorussia Dortmund join Chelsea in race to sign Argentine talent
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Borussia Dortmund have already confirmed the signings of Justin Lerma (18) and Kauã Prates (18) from Independiente and Cruzeiro respectively, and now Die Schwarzgelben could utilise the South America...

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