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Borussia Dortmund monitors Elias Baum's progress at Eintracht Frankfurt

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Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Borussia Dortmund monitors Elias Baum's progress at Eintracht Frankfurt

Summary

Borussia Dortmund is considering a move for Eintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias Baum following his strong preseason performances. Nils Ole Book, Dortmund's new personnel executive and Baum's former sporting director, views him as a potential replacement for Yan Couto. Baum previously saw a dip in his market value due to limited playing time last season but has gained renewed interest after impressing under Frankfurt's new head coach, Adi Hütter. Hütter appears inclined to offer Baum more opportunities, as he is the primary right-back option in his squad. This situation may complicate any potential transfer to Dortmund, where Baum would face competition from established players.

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Key Details

•Baum has increased his market value from €1 million to €8 million.
•He struggled with playing time last season, recording only 71 Bundesliga minutes.
•Adi Hütter has expressed interest in playing Baum more this season.
•Dortmund's Book is familiar with Baum from their time together at Elversberg.
•Baum must decide between more playing time at Frankfurt or a competitive role at Dortmund.

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7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Borussia Dortmund keeping tabs on resurgent Eintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias Baum

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Eintracht Frankfurt fullback Elias Baum’s strong preseason has his former sporting director considering bringing him to his own Bundesliga club. In this case, new Borussia Dortmund personnel executi...
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