Borussia Dortmund nears €30m deal for Giannis Konstantelias from PAOK Saloniki

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Borussia Dortmund nears €30m deal for Giannis Konstantelias from PAOK Saloniki
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Borussia Dortmund is close to finalizing the signing of Giannis Konstantelias from PAOK Saloniki, reportedly for a fee that could reach €30m, including bonuses. This follows Dortmund's unsuccessful efforts to sign Köln's Said El Mala, prompting a quick pivot to Konstantelias. The 23-year-old Greek forward is expected to sign a four-year contract worth approximately €3.2m annually. Konstantelias, who can play across several attacking positions, is seen as a key addition following Karim Adeyemi's transfer to Barcelona. Dortmund hopes to complete the deal soon as the player has already left Greece for Germany.

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  • Dortmund aims to strengthen their attack after Adeyemi's departure.
  • Konstantelias has reportedly left for Dortmund following negotiations.
  • The transfer package is expected to total around €30m.
  • He is Dortmund's second Greek signing after Konstantinos Karetsas this summer.
  • Dortmund had previously attempted to sign El Mala before shifting focus to Konstantelias.
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Borussia Dortmund appear close to completing the signing of PAOK Saloniki attacker Giannis Konstantelias after abandoning their prolonged pursuit of Köln star Said El Mala. Kicker reports that Dortmu...

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