Kobel can see himself at Dortmund long-term despite PL interest

📰 Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, a summer target for Premier League clubs, says he can see himself staying at the club for a long time. 📌 Key points 🧤 Kobel spoke about his future in an interview with Sport Bild. 💛 He said he is 'absolutely delighted' at BVB and loves playing for the fans. 🏴 Premier League clubs showed interest in him over the summer. 📄 His contract runs to 2028, with new talks expected before Christmas. 🧠 He credited Niko Kovac with bringing clear structure and culture. 📝 What happened 🗞️ According to Get German Football News, Kobel told Sport Bild: "I'm absolutely delighted at BVB; I really enjoy playing for this club and in front of these fans." He added: "Of course, I can certainly see myself playing here for a long time to come." 🏴 Premier League clubs were interested in Kobel over the summer, but his comments make clear he has no plans to push for a move. 📄 He last extended his deal in 2023 and is under contract until 2028. Fresh negotiations with the club are expected to start before Christmas. 🧠 On his coach, Kobel said: "Kovac has brought a clear structure and culture here, which forms the basis of our success." 📊 By the numbers • Contract expires: 2028 • Last extension: 2023 • Joined from Stuttgart in 2021 for €15m • Dortmund's league start: four wins from four, top on 12 points 🔭 Why it matters Kobel is one of Dortmund's key players. With their first-choice goalkeeper publicly committing himself, talks over a new deal later this year should be smoother. Dortmund open Bundesliga Matchday 5 at home to Werder Bremen on 9 October.