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Other German clubs, such as Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig, have capitalized on this stagnation, successfully recruiting and developing young talent. Leverkusen’s recent success highlights this fact—they utilized a squad averaging younger than Dortmund's in capturing major titles.
Current Landscape and Challenges
As Borussia Dortmund grapples with its identity in the evolving landscape of European football, their financial standing no longer mirrors the strife of their past. They rank 11th in the 2025 Deloitte Money League, outperforming clubs like Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan. This new financial status raises questions: Is it reasonable to portray themselves as perennial underdogs against not just Bayern Munich but against other aspiring teams?