Borussia Dortmund won't extend controversial sponsorship with arms manufacturer Rheinmetall
- Borussia Dortmund announced it will not renew its sponsorship deal with Rheinmetall, Germany's largest arms manufacturer, when the agreement expires in 2027.
- The partnership caused friction among supporters since its 2024 signing. Founded in 1889 as Rheinische Metallwaaren- und Maschinenfabrik Actiengesellschaft, Rheinmetall was one of Germany's biggest armaments manufacturers during both World Wars.
- Club chairman Carsten Cramer confirmed members voted at the 2024 annual general meeting against extending the deal, worth up to $10 million per year until summer 2027.
- On the pitch, Scorer Felix Nmecha celebrated his opening goal with teammates Konstantinos Karetsas and Fabio Silva during the German Bundesliga match against Elversberg on Nov 7.
- Cramer stated the club took fan concerns seriously during Rheinmetall discussions. Moving forward, the club will carefully examine viable solutions to replace the lost income from summer 2027 onward.
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Medicine Hat NewsBorussia Dortmund won't extend controversial sponsorship with arms manufacturer Rheinmetall
Borussia Dortmund says it won't renew a sponsorship deal with Germany's largest arms manufacturer Rheinmetall, which drew criticism from fans as soon as it was signed.
For many Dortmund fans, the relief is likely to be greater than after a close home win: the BVB's contract with Rheinmetall will not be renewed. However, according to the club, this reduces »financial leeway«.
Borussia Dortmund will not extend the controversial contract with the armaments company until 2027. Decisive: the criticism of the fans.
The partnership between Borussia Dortmund and Rheinmetall was controversial right from the start. BVB and the Düsseldorf armaments company are now sharing a decision.
The Bundesligist does not extend the deal with the armaments company after criticism by fans and members. Especially Borussia-President Watzke stood behind the business for a long time.
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