RANKED: Grealish's transfer options after City CWC snub

Seven reasons why Chelsea fans need to watch the CWC

Estevao: Chelsea's £56m teen set to rock the Club World Cup

Meet Ajax's record-breaking teen who rejected Barcelona

Auckland City: Part-timers looking to shock Bayern & Kane

Editors' Picks

WATCH: Son's priceless reaction as he's asked if he's better than Salah

How to buy Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona Copa del Rey tickets

Scotland World Cup 2026 qualifying: Group, fixtures & results 

Santos Laguna vs Monterrey: Stream, TV & where to watch

Where to watch Ronaldo's Al-Nassr games: Stream & TV info

How to buy Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad Copa del Rey tickets

Where to watch & stream live MLS games

Man Utd live stream and TV channel broadcast info

<p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><p style="display: none;">Article continues below</p><script type="application/json" data-placement="fcplayer-semantic">{"type":"fcplayer-semantic","data":{"embedCode":"//cdn.fcp.codes/embed-code-template/embed-code-template.js#SEMANTIC_5704afb8-c10b-4ba5-9cb4-d7fb6098ef90"}}</script><ul><li>Many clubs have been scouting Gregor Kobel</li><li>Goalkeeper helped Dortmund secure top four</li><li>May now be willing to remain in Germany</li></ul><table><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va2ivxLJJhzdzbJdwo0n"><strong>Follow GOAL on WhatsApp!</strong></a> 🟢📱</td></tr></tbody></table>

Gregor Kobel transfer U-turn?! Chelsea-linked goalkeeper could now STAY at Dortmund despite emotional 'four incredible years' farewell message

FIFA Club World Cup

Chelsea

Los Angeles FC

Fluminense

Borussia Dortmund

<p>Chelsea and several other clubs have been linked with a move for Gregor Kobel. There was intense speculation that the Swiss goalkeeper might switch allegiance, but according to <a href="https://www.kicker.de/das-dortmunder-wir-was-fuer-kobels-verbleib-spricht-1120937/artikel#twfeed" target="_blank">Kicker</a>, Borussia Dortmund's recent performance under head coach Niko Kovac, and the fact they've qualified for the Champions League, could derail the transfer plans of interested clubs.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Dortmund's form dropped considerably in the middle of the season under former manager Nuri Sahin. The board then appointed Niko Kovac as the head coach in February. Kovac's arrival had an immediate impact on the team, as they went on to qualify for the Champions League, finishing fourth. Kobel, who had been expected to leave at the end of the season, suddenly became an instrumental part of the team. Now, following qualification and his recent performances, it's being suggested that the Swiss international might end up staying at the club.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Borussia Dortmund secured Champions League qualification in the dying moments. Kobel who played a crucial role in the club's qualification was asked about his future post-match, the Swiss goalkeeper said, "I do not comment on such things at all. It was important to me that we were in the Champions League, because this club simply belongs in the Champions League. It is been a hell of a four years here."</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/chelsea-push-ahead-in-talks-for-next-dortmund-star-in-surprise-swap-deal/bltb7f50618f438629a#csd9ab007de9c95b98" target="_self">Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund have been in talks and exploring options</a> that can help land the Swiss international at Stamford Bridge. Apparently, Dortmund is asking for €60m (£51m) for the goalkeeper. With the newfound UCL qualification, it will be exciting to see how things unfold at Signal Iduna in the summer and whether he now, ultimately, decides to stay.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR GREGOR KOBEL?

Gregor Kobel transfer U-turn?! Chelsea-linked goalkeeper could now STAY at Dortmund despite emotional 'four incredible years' farewell message | Goal.com

Gregor Kobel has been instrumental in Dortmund&apos;s qualification for the Champions League and he could now stay put, despite being linked with an exit.

Gregor Kobel transfer U-turn?! Chelsea-linked goalkeeper could now STAY at Dortmund despite emotional &apos;four incredible years&apos; farewell message

Next matches