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Borussia Dortmund have opened up contract talks with Ilkay Gundogan to avoid a repeat of what has happened with Robert Lewandowski
Ilkay Gundogan
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What’s the story? This is absolutely critical for Dortmund. Having lost Gotze and soon Lewandowski they cannot lose Gundogan who is arguably more important to Dortmund’s future.Does it make sense? Yes. If they have to make him their highest paid player they should pay him what it takes.Is the price right? It sounds like the are willing to pay Lewandowski a huge wage but he still wants to move. Gundogan should get that instead. Offers would have to start at £40m so they need to protect their key asset.Will it happen? 9/10 – Dortmund should be more determined than ever to keep him given what has happened this summer.
