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Dortmund allows Karim Adeyemi to pursue Barcelona move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 11:51 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Dortmund allows Karim Adeyemi to pursue Barcelona move

Summary

Borussia Dortmund issued a statement on July 12 confirming that winger Karim Adeyemi is permitted to miss pre-season activities to discuss a transfer to Barcelona. Reports indicate that Dortmund has agreed to a fee of around 29 million euros. Adeyemi's potential move comes as he seeks a new challenge after previously expressing his desire to leave the Bundesliga club. A medical for the player is expected next week in Barcelona, where he may sign a five-year contract. Dortmund players returned for medical checks today as preparations begin for the new season.

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By the Numbers

•Adeyemi excused from Dortmund's pre-season for transfer talks
•Transfer fee reported around 29 million euros
•Medical expected next week at Barcelona
•Adeyemi's contract at Dortmund runs until 2027
•He has made 146 appearances for Dortmund, scoring 36 goals

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What they're saying

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Borussia Dortmund winger Karim Adeyemi appears on the verge of a move to Spanish champions Barcelona after the Bundesliga side said he had been released from pre-season obligations to talk with another club. German broadcaster Sky and newspaper Bild had earlier reported that Adeyemi's move to Barcelona is all but done.
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Karim Adeyemi has become the biggest talking point at Barcelona lately, after the club came from nowhere to complete a swoop on the German international.Indeed, everything suggests Adeyemi is on the v...
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