VAST VIEW Ex-Dortmund Star: Kovac's Iron Discipline Is Reviving the Club, But Keeping Top Talent Is the Next Battle
Former Borussia Dortmund defender Patrick Owomoyela says head coach Niko Kovac has brought much-needed stability and discipline to the club, while raising questions about how Dortmund can hold onto its best players.
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Patrick Owomoyela, who spent years as a defender for Borussia Dortmund, says the club has found renewed stability under head coach Niko Kovac, according to Yahoo Sports. Owomoyela credited Kovac's disciplinarian approach for steadying the team since his appointment nearly two years ago.
In the interview, Owomoyela also weighed in on one of the bigger challenges facing Dortmund going forward: how to retain its most talented players amid interest from wealthier clubs. He framed the issue as central to the club's ability to build on the foundation Kovac has established.
The comments come as Dortmund continues to navigate its post-rebuild era, with Kovac's leadership style drawing praise from former players as a key factor in the club's improved structure, Yahoo Sports reported.
Sources: Yahoo Sports
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