The loss is mainly attributed to the team's performance in the Champions League and DFB-Pokal, where they were eliminated by Atalanta Bergamo in the first round and Bayer Leverkusen in the eighth round, respectively. The team failed to meet expectations in these competitions, contributing to the significant financial loss. The club also incurred costs related to the departure of Sebastian Kehl, who left his position as sportive director after the 2025/26 season.
Despite the financial setback, Borussia Dortmund has continued to invest in the team this summer. The club has signed Joey Veerman from PSV for 22 million euros and two Greek players, Konstantinos Karetsas and Giannis Konstantelias, for a combined total of 56 million euros. The investments made this summer are separate from the loss incurred in the previous season, and the club's financial foundation remains solid.
The departure of Niklas Süle, who retired, and Julian Brandt, who transferred to Ajax, has also helped to reduce the club's financial burden. Both players had significant salaries that put pressure on the club's budget. The club has taken the opportunity to make adjustments to its financial situation, while also investing in new talent.
Borussia Dortmund will continue their investment in the team and work towards improving their performance in the upcoming season.