On August 21, Sky Germany assessed Borussia Dortmund's performance on the summer transfer market and the technical characteristics of new players who joined the team.

Following the signing of Kostas Karetsas, Borussia Dortmund acquired two more midfielders, Yannis Konstantelias and Joey Veerman. As competition in the team's midfield intensifies, playing time for some existing players may be affected.

Borussia Dortmund's continued activity in the transfer market has enriched the team's midfield configuration and further intensified internal competition.

Following Karetsas, Borussia Dortmund signed another long-awaited Greek international, Konstantelias. The 23-year-old Konstantelias can play on the wing or as an attacking midfielder. In the previous season, he made 40 official appearances for PAOK Salonika, scoring 14 goals and providing 9 assists.

Konstantelias is in some ways similar to M. Reus.

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

In their view, Konstantelias is a player with very distinctive technical qualities. Berger said: "Since Jadon Sancho, Borussia Dortmund hasn't had a player like this. His dribbling is excellent, he frequently penetrates the penalty box, and his through balls are also very good, but his pace is not particularly high."

Irlbacher believes that Konstantelias's movements in some matches are "in some ways similar to Marco Reus." He also stated that this is "a very creative signing, reminiscent of the transfer style from Michael Zorc's time as sporting director."

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

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

Experts at Borussia Dortmund stated that Veerman is "a number 6 player with excellent ball control and a deeper position," capable of fulfilling the team's midfield organizational tasks. Additionally, the 27-year-old Dutch player also possesses strong passing ability, excellent set-piece skills, and a dangerous long-range shot.

Previously, Veerman played for PSV Eindhoven, scoring 31 goals and providing 67 assists in 198 matches, demonstrating significant attacking potential.

Felix Nmecha's position is relatively secure.

Borussia Dortmund's acquisition of Veerman, Karetsas, and Konstantelias is seen as an attempt to strengthen the team's ability to handle high pressing and compact defending. In the past, Borussia Dortmund frequently struggled against such opponents.

Now head coach Edin Terzic has significantly more options. The question arises: alongside Felix Nmecha, who has largely secured his place, who will Terzic choose? And which players may become "victims" in this competition?

Marcel Sabitzer and Carney Chukwuemeka face pressure.

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

Irlbacher stated directly: "I don't think Marcel Sabitzer will get much playing time." In his view, Veerman's arrival may even signal to the Austrian midfielder: "If you receive an appropriate offer, you could consider leaving."

The situation is also not particularly optimistic for Carney Chukwuemeka. With the arrival of three new players, competition in Borussia Dortmund's midfield has intensified further, and his playing time will inevitably be affected.

The situation is somewhat different for Jude Bellingham. Although he has improved significantly after an uneven debut season, Sky Sport believes the English midfielder still needs to continually prove himself and should not rely solely on short-term excellent performances.

Borussia Dortmund recently completed three signings in just two days, and as the squad continues to expand, the club may allow some existing players to leave if suitable offers are received.

In other words, Borussia Dortmund's midfield has entered a phase where there are "too many monks and not enough porridge." The arrivals of Karetsas, Konstantelias, and Veerman have not only strengthened the team's squad depth but also created greater competitive pressure on players such as Marcel Sabitzer and Carney Chukwuemeka.

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