Tuesday, 25th March, 2014
Borussia Dortmund captain Sebastian Kehl will finish his playing career with the German club after signing a 12-month contract extension, running until 2015.
The 34-year-old holding midfielder has made 249 appearances for Dortmund after his move from SC Freiburg in 2001. He has won three Bundesliga titles and a German Cup with the club.
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Reflecting on his time at Dortmund and his decision to spend one final season with the club, Kehl told the club’s official website: “Borussia Dortmund, our wonderful team, the fans and the city of Dortmund have been my home for many years, it is for that reason that I've decided to prolong the connection.
“As a result I have reached the decision to end my career as a professional footballer in 2015 in the hope that I can enjoy some unforgettable moments and success before then with this incredible team."
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Kehl also spoke about his impending retirement: "I'm delighted to be spending one final season in the Bundesliga. However, the time for me to start a new chapter of my life is not far away, which makes me just as happy."
Dortmund’s sporting director Michael Zorc, lauding the contribution of Kehl to Dortmund’s success during his time with the club, added: "Sebastian is an important leader, boasts a wealth of experience and, on top of that, has served Borussia Dortmund as a valuable role model.
"We're very pleased that he's decided to remain with the club until 2015 and end his incredible career as a BVB player."
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