Dortmund's Rising Star Sparks Premier League Transfer Wars
24 January 2026
Transfer Watch: Dortmund's Felix Nmecha under Premier League spotlight
Felix Nmecha, Borussia Dortmund's rising midfield talent, has drawn attention from several Premier League clubs during the current winter window, with Manchester United and Chelsea showing growing interest and Tottenham tracking him for months.
According to the football site caughtoffside, his recent Champions League performances, especially against English opponents, have attracted scouts and boosted his market value. A source said scouts from several English clubs have watched him closely in recent weeks.
Despite the strong interest, a January move will not be easy. The German international is a key piece in Dortmund's midfield rebuild, and his current contract carries no release clause, running through 2028.
A Dortmund source added that the club wants to secure his long-term future and could consider improving his contract terms to ward off Premier League offers.
The club would not entertain offers below 60-65 million euros, making a January transfer unlikely and suggesting the summer may be the right window to complete the deal.
Forecasts indicate Manchester United could intensify their pursuit by the end of the season, while Tottenham remain interested and Chelsea's involvement remains in an early negotiation stage.
Nmecha has previously hinted that he would welcome a move to England if the right opportunity arises, but for now he remains focused on developing at Dortmund, where he is viewed as a long-term asset rather than a quick sale.
Punchline: In January transfers, rumors shoot first and answers come later; the target often stays in Dortmund for the sequel.
Punchline 2: Dortmund's strategy: lock down the asset, clock in the rumors, and pretend the inbox is empty — good luck with that in 2026.
