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In recent years, however, it appears that Borussia Dortmund’s identity has frayed. The youthful exuberance that characterized their squads during their peak years has faded, with a noticeable shift in their recruitment strategy. Of the last 20 permanent signings, a sobering 12 have been aged over 25. This shift has led to the troubling realization that the core model of scouting and developing talent is no longer a hallmark of the club.
More alarmingly, the club's ability to profit from player sales has waned significantly. Since the 2017-18 season, only four players have left for lucrative fees exceeding €30 million—a stark contrast to their past methodology.