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

Following the signing of Kostas Karateas, Borussia Dortmund also brought in two midfielders: Giannis Konstantinopoulos and Joey Veerman. With increased competition in the midfield position, some of the club's existing players may see reduced playing time.

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

After Karateas, Borussia Dortmund secured another highly anticipated Greek international, Konstantinopoulos. The 23-year-old can play as both a winger and attacking midfielder. Last season, he made 40 official appearances for PAOK Thessaloniki, scoring 14 goals with 9 assists.

Konstantinopoulos Resembles Marco Reus

In Sky Sport's podcast "Auffe Süd," reporters Patrick Berger and Marlon Frey analyzed the qualities of Konstantinopoulos and Veerman, discussing the fierce competition for midfield positions at Borussia Dortmund in the new season.

In their view, Konstantinopoulos is a player with outstanding technical qualities. Berger said: "Borussia Dortmund hasn't had a player like him since Jadon Sancho. His ball-carrying ability is excellent. He frequently reaches the penalty area, and his through-ball passing is also very strong, even if he isn't particularly fast."

Frey believes that some of Konstantinopoulos's movements on the pitch are "somewhat reminiscent of Marco Reus." He also called it a "very creative signing, reminiscent of transfer strategy from the Michael Zorc era as sporting director."

Berger agreed: "This is a bold signing, and Borussia Dortmund has shown boldness."

Besides the two Greek players, Joey Veerman is also an important signing for Borussia Dortmund. Berger calls the Dutch midfielder "Pascal Gross 2.0."

Borussia Dortmund experts say Veerman is a "midfielder who can play football" and can manage the team's midfield organization. Additionally, the 27-year-old Dutch player has strong passing ability, excellent set-piece technique, and dangerous long-range shooting. During his time at PSV Eindhoven, Veerman scored 31 goals and provided 67 assists in 198 appearances, demonstrating significant attacking capability.

Felix Nmecha's Position Remains Secure

Veerman, Karateas, and Konstantinopoulos's signings are seen as Borussia Dortmund's attempt to strengthen their ability to handle high pressing and compact defenses, areas where they have historically struggled.

Coach Nico Kovač now has many more options. The question is: besides Felix Nmecha, who mostly has a guaranteed starting position, whom will Kovač choose? And which players might become "casualties" of the competition?

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Sky Sport believes Mahmoud Dahoud's playing time in the new season may be limited.

Frey stated directly: "I don't think Dahoud will get much playing time anymore." In his view, Veerman's arrival may signal to the Austrian midfielder: "If you receive a suitable offer, you might consider a transfer again."

Karol Livaković's situation isn't much brighter either. With three new players arriving, competition in Borussia Dortmund's midfield has intensified, and his chances of getting playing time will certainly be affected.

Jude Bellingham's situation is somewhat different. Although he has shown clear development recently following an inconsistent first season, Sky Sport believes the English midfielder must continue to prove himself and cannot rely solely on short-term impressive performances.

Borussia Dortmund signed three new players in just two days recently, and with the expanded squad, the club may allow some players to leave if suitable offers arrive.

In other words, Borussia Dortmund's midfield has entered a period of "many generals but few soldiers." The arrivals of Karateas, Konstantinopoulos, and Veerman have not only strengthened the team's midfield depth but also created greater competitive pressure on players like Dahoud and Livaković.

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