Cole Campbell is set to complete a permanent transfer from Borussia Dortmund to SV Elversberg, with Dortmund retaining a buy-back option, according to Sky Germany. The 20-year-old United States youth international is expected to undergo a medical examination this week to finalize the move to the newly-promoted Bundesliga side.
Campbell will sign a contract with Elversberg that runs until 2030, indicating a long-term commitment from both club and player. The inclusion of a buy-back clause for Dortmund suggests they still see potential in the young midfielder, allowing them to re-acquire him should he develop successfully.
Campbell joined Borussia Dortmund’s youth setup from LA Galaxy in the summer of 2022, quickly establishing himself as a key player for their reserve team. He has represented the United States at various youth levels, demonstrating his international potential. Last season, the midfielder gained some Bundesliga experience through a loan spell at TSG Hoffenheim, making five appearances for the club.
Elversberg, having earned promotion to the Bundesliga for the first time in their history, are clearly investing in young talent as they prepare for the challenges of top-flight football. The signing of Campbell provides them with a promising central midfielder with potential for growth. Dortmund’s decision to allow Campbell to move permanently, while retaining a buy-back option, suggests a desire to provide him with regular first-team football, something that may have been difficult to guarantee in a competitive Dortmund midfield.
This move could prove beneficial for all parties involved, offering Campbell a platform to develop in the Bundesliga, providing Elversberg with a talented player, and allowing Dortmund to maintain a potential pathway for his return should he flourish. The buy-back clause offers Dortmund a degree of control over the player’s future, mitigating any risk associated with a permanent sale.
