Here’s the latest update from the 2026 FIFA World Cup as of 2026-07-09 17:56:00.
American forward Cole Campbell has officially joined Bundesliga newcomer Elversberg from Borussia Dortmund. The 20-year-old, originally from Houston, signed a four-year contract that will run through June 2030, as confirmed by Elversberg on their website.
Sporting director Christian Weber expressed his excitement over the signing, stating, “In Cole, we’re securing another highly talented player who will be a tremendous asset to us with his exceptional pace and one-on-one ability.” He also noted that the club had been pursuing Campbell for quite some time.
Transfer Details
According to Kicker magazine, Elversberg has agreed to pay €6 million (approximately $7 million) to Dortmund for Campbell. The young player joined the Bundesliga club’s youth system from Iceland in 2022.
Dortmund’s managing director of sports, Lars Ricken, praised Campbell, saying, “Cole is an incredibly talented player with much potential. He made the leap to professional soccer with us. We thank Cole for his time with us and wish him all the best for his future, both on and off the field.”
Last season, Campbell spent the latter half on loan at Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga, where he made five substitute appearances. Earlier in the season, he was also a substitute for Dortmund against Heidenheim.
Notably, Campbell represented Iceland at the Under-17 level before switching allegiance to the United States’ youth teams. He is also the son of former Iceland women’s forward Rakel Karvelsson, who played college soccer at North Carolina.
Future Prospects
With this move, Campbell continues a trend of American players coming through Dortmund’s development system, joining the likes of Christian Pulisic, now at AC Milan, and Giovanni Reyna. Elversberg recently achieved promotion to the Bundesliga for the first time after finishing as runner-up in Germany’s second division last season.
FAQs
What is Cole Campbell’s contract duration with Elversberg?
Cole Campbell’s contract with Elversberg runs through June 2030.
How much did Elversberg pay for Campbell?
Elversberg paid €6 million (around $7 million) to acquire Campbell from Borussia Dortmund.
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- Source: www.espn.com – SOCCER
- Published: 2026-07-09 17:56:00
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