On August 21, Sky Germany evaluated Borussia Dortmund's performance in the summer transfer market and the technical characteristics of each new recruit.

Following the signing of Kostas Karetsas, Borussia Dortmund has brought in two additional midfielders, Giannis Konstantelias and Joey Veerman. With increased competition in the team's midfield, some existing players may see their playing time affected.

Borussia Dortmund's continued activity in the transfer market has strengthened the team's midfield options and intensified internal competition.

After Karetsas, Borussia Dortmund recruited another highly anticipated Greek international player, Konstantelias. The 23-year-old Konstantelias can play as either a winger or attacking midfielder. Last season, he appeared in 40 official matches for PAOK Thessaloniki, contributing 14 goals and 9 assists.

Konstantelias bears some resemblance to Reus.

In the Sky Sport podcast "Auffe Süd," journalists Patrick Berger and Marlon Irlbacher analyzed the characteristics of Konstantelias and Veerman, and discussed the intense competition for midfield positions at Borussia Dortmund in the new season.

According to them, Konstantelias is a player with very distinctive technical characteristics. Berger stated: "Since Jadon Sancho, Borussia Dortmund has not had a player like him. His dribbling ability is excellent, he frequently enters the penalty area, and his through passes are outstanding, though he's not particularly quick."

Irlbacher believes that some of Konstantelias's movements in matches "somewhat resemble Marco Reus." He also stated that this is "a very creative signing, reminiscent of the transfer approach when Michael Zorc was sporting director."

Berger agreed: "This is a risky signing, and Borussia Dortmund has shown its courage."

Beyond the two Greek players, Joey Veerman is also an important recruit for Borussia Dortmund. Berger called the Dutch midfielder "Pascal Gross 2.0."

Borussia Dortmund experts said that Veerman is "a defensive midfielder with excellent ball control, playing a deeper No. 6 role," capable of taking over the team's midfield orchestration duties. Additionally, the 27-year-old Dutch player also possesses good assist ability, excellent free-kick technique, and threatening long-range shots.

During his previous tenure at PSV Eindhoven, Veerman contributed 31 goals and 67 assists in 198 appearances, demonstrating significant attacking prowess.

Nmecha's position is relatively secure.

Borussia Dortmund's recruitment of Veerman, Karetsas, and Konstantelias is viewed as an effort to strengthen the team's ability to handle high pressing and compact defense. In the past, Borussia Dortmund frequently struggled against such opponents.

Now, head coach Niko Kovac has more options. The question then becomes: alongside Nmecha, who has largely secured his spot, who will Kovac choose? And which players might become "casualties" of this competition?

Sabitzer and Chukwuemeka face pressure.

Sky Sport believes that Sabitzer's chances of securing significant playing time in the new season may be limited.

Irlbacher stated candidly: "I don't think Sabitzer will get much playing time anymore." According to him, Veerman's arrival may even send a signal to the Austrian midfielder: "If you receive a suitable offer, you might want to reconsider leaving."

For Chukwuemeka, the situation is also not optimistic. With the arrival of three new players, competition in Borussia Dortmund's midfield has intensified, and his playing opportunities will certainly be affected.

As for Jude Bellingham, the situation is somewhat different. Although he has shown clear improvement recently after a mixed debut season, Sky Sport believes the English midfielder still needs to continue proving himself and cannot rely solely on short-term good performances.

Borussia Dortmund recently completed three signings in just two days, and with an increasingly expanded squad, the club can also afford to let some existing players leave if suitable offers are received.

In other words, Borussia Dortmund's midfield has entered a phase of "too many cooks in the kitchen." The arrivals of Karetsas, Konstantelias, and Veerman not only strengthen the team's squad depth but also create greater competitive pressure on players like Sabitzer and Chukwuemeka.

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