"Borussia" director H. J. Watzke about Haaland's departure in January: "It's impossible" © JumpStory

Dortmund's "Borussia" general manager Hans-Joachim Watzke categorically rejects the possibility of selling forward Erling Haaland in winter. "No, it's not possible," said Watzke to the news magazine "Der Spiegel", "Who gives away one of the best European forwards during the winter break, if there is no need to do so? Dortmund's "Borussia" is still represented in three tournaments, and we want to compete with the best possible lineup." However, Watzke admitted that keeping Haaland in Dortmund next season will not be easy. "Of course, it will be difficult to keep him. Nevertheless, we want and will try to do it," said the general manager. Haaland's contract with "Borussia" is valid until 2024, but in the summer the Norwegian could leave the team for the specified buyout amount of €75 million.