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Borussia Dortmund reshuffles leadership and extends executive contracts
Borussia Dortmund has announced a significant restructuring of its executive management to ensure long-term strategic stability. Carsten Cramer, previously the spokesperson for the management board, has been promoted to Chairman of the Management Board. His contract has been extended until June 30, 2031.
In addition to Cramer's promotion, the club has secured the continuity of its leadership team by extending the contracts of other key officials. Lars Ricken, the Sporting Director, has extended his term until 2030, while Thomas Treß will remain in his role until June 30, 2028, after which he intends to depart from the management board. Svenja Schlenker's contract also remains unchanged through June 2028.
Club President Hans-Joachim Watzke expressed high confidence in the leadership team, stating they possess the experience and understanding of the club’s identity necessary to lead the organization into the future. These moves aim to maintain economic stability and sporting success while ensuring the club remains rooted in its core values.
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Borussia Dortmund · Bundesliga · Carsten Cramer · Hans-Joachim Watzke · Joane Gadou · Kaua Prates · Lars Ricken · Niko Kovac · Ole Book · Sebastian Kehl · Thomas Treß · Werder Bremen
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Carsten Cramer's new contract runs until June 30, 2031. www.t-online.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] Borussia Dortmund extended the contracts of managing directors Carsten Cramer, Lars Ricken, and Thomas Treß. www.t-online.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Lars Ricken's contract has been extended until 2030.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Svenja Schlenker's contract remains unchanged and expires on June 30, 2028. www.t-online.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] Thomas Treß extended his contract until June 30, 2028, with plans to leave the management board after that. www.t-online.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] Carsten Cramer will transition from spokesperson to Chairman of the Management Board. www.t-online.de