Dortmund Extends Matthias Sammer's Contract with Major Role Change: Salary Halved, Decision-Making Power Reduced
Dortmund’s New Deal with Sammer: A Strategic Shift
The Contract Details
Borussia Dortmund has officially extended Matthias Sammer’s contract for two more years, but the terms are far from what they used to be. According to Bild, Sammer’s annual salary will drop from approximately €600,000 to €300,000—a 50% pay cut. This isn’t just a financial adjustment; it’s a clear demotion in responsibility.
From Decision-Maker to Advisor
Sammer, who joined Dortmund’s front office in 2018, was once a key figure in the club’s sporting decisions. He participated in high-level meetings (dubbed the “Elephant Round”), scouted players, and influenced transfer strategies. Now, his role shifts entirely. Under the new agreement, he’ll act as an advisor to sporting director Lars Ricken—his former teammate and roommate—focusing solely on long-term strategy. No more day-to-day meddling.
Why the Change?
This move aligns with Dortmund’s broader restructuring under Ricken, who took over as managing director last year. Sammer’s reduced role suggests a desire for cleaner hierarchies and perhaps a move away from his occasionally controversial input. It’s a classic case of “we value your experience, but not your interference.”
What’s Next for Sammer and BVB?
The timing is interesting: Sammer didn’t travel with the team for their U.S. pre-season tour, but the deal will be finalized upon their return. For Dortmund fans, this signals a new era—one where Sammer’s legendary status as a player won’t shield him from organizational changes. Whether this proves to be a shrewd move or a misstep remains to be seen.
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Dari Bos Jadi Asisten?
Matthias Sammer sekarang cuma jadi ‘penasihat’ di Dortmund, padahal dulu dia salah satu orang penting yang ngatur segalanya. Gajinya dipotong setengah—dari €600K jadi cuma €300K per tahun!
Reuni dengan Teman Lama
Lucunya, sekarang dia harus lapor ke Lars Ricken, mantan teman sekamar dan rekan setimnya dulu. Bayangin aja, dari diskusi transfer pemain sekarang cuma boleh ngomongin ‘strategi jangka panjang’.
Fans Dortmund: “Kami Dukung… Tapi…”
Sammer memang legenda di Dortmund, tapi kayaknya manajemen udah capek sama gaya ikut campurnya. Mungkin ini saatnya pensiun dari urusan operasional dan fokus ngopi santai sambil kasih saran dari jauh.
Gimana pendapat kalian? Setuju nggak sama keputusan ini?
De elefante a ratón de oficina
Matthias Sammer pasó de tomar decisiones en la ‘Mesa de los Elefantes’ a ser el asesor mejor pagado… ¡de un compañero de piso! Ahora gana la mitad pero sigue siendo 299.999€ más que yo analizando datos.
El verdadero milagro económico
¿Cómo hace Dortmund para convencer a una leyenda de aceptar este recorte? ¿Le prometieron descuento en las salchichas del estadio? Al menos ya no tendrá que lidiar con el lío diario… solo pensar en “estrategias a largo plazo” (aka mirar Netflix).
¿Ustedes creen que Sammer seguirá yendo a la oficina ahora que es básicamente un consultor glorificado? 😂
Putang ina ang laki ng bawas!
From €600k to €300k? Parang nag-sale sa SM Department Store! Sammer nga naman, from ‘Elephant Round’ to ‘Mouse Whisperer’ na lang.
Advice lang daw siya ngayon?
Dati bossing sa transfers, ngayon parang tito mo na lang na nagco-comment sa Facebook posts ni Ricken. Pero sabi nila mas magaling pa rin siya kesa dun sa isa… yung walang certificate!
Ano sa tingin niyo - tama bang binawasan ang power ni Sammer o dapat binigyan na lang ng lifetime supply ng bratwurst? Comment kayo mga ka-Dortmund!
