Borussia Dortmund extends Niko Kovac’s contract through 2029
The reported two-year extension keeps Kovac at Dortmund beyond the contract that was due to run through June 2027.
Borussia Dortmund has extended coach Niko Kovac’s contract by two years, through 2029, Reuters reported on 13 October, citing the German club. The move keeps him in charge beyond his previous deal, which Dortmund said ran through 30 June 2027.
Kovac’s record at Dortmund
Dortmund said Kovac took charge when the team was 11th and helped it qualify for the Champions League. Reuters reported that Dortmund finished runners-up to Bayern Munich last season and stood second in the Bundesliga after five matchdays this season.
Sources and context
- Dortmund coach Kovac extends contract to 2029-clubCNA / Reuters
- Niko Kovac extends contract to 2027Borussia Dortmund
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