Stuttgart’s interest underlines Silva’s uncertain Dortmund future

While VfB Stuttgart have kept the Borussia Dortmund forward, a BVB‑Star, on a scouting Zettel, the Portuguese striker has confirmed his Verbleib in Dortmund, opting to stay despite an uncertain role behind Serhou Guirassy as a Mittelstürmer Nummer two at the start of the new Spielzeit.

Stuttgart’s lingering scouting note

During the Transfer‑Sommer VfB Stuttgart kept a Zettel on the BVB‑Star, noting his potential fit for the black‑and‑yellow (Schwarzgelb) side. Sport director Fabian Wohlgemuth told Sky90 that the club had “a year ago also dealt with him” and that “the interest never disappeared”. Die board remains cautious, waiting for a concrete offer.

Silva’s rising role at Dortmund

At the Ende of the summer the Portugiese chose Verbleib in Dortmund, confirming he will stay despite being Mittelstürmer Nummer two behind Serhou Guirassy. Trainer Niko Kovac made it clear at the Start of the new Spielzeit that Silva remains a valuable option, even if he begins the Saison on the bench.

Am ersten Spieltag Silva spent 90 Minuten on the bench as Dortmund beat HSV 2‑0. He was later introduced against Hoffenheim (3‑2) and Villarreal (3‑2), marking his 32. Mal appearance in 44 Pflichtspielen for the BVB.

Ein decisive Treffer against TSG, an Assist versus Villarreal and a prior Tor im Pokal demonstrate that the Portugiese can be a hot option for the Startelf. His contributions have turned the perception of a Joker role into that of a genuine Stürmer.

Trainer Niko Kovac reiterated that Silva’s form curve is steeply upward, and he expects the duo of Guirassy and Silva to become a successful model for the BVB this Saison. The coach’s confidence was evident in the pre‑match briefing.

Kovac announced that the upcoming Saturday match will see the Schwaben host the BVB in what he called the Topspiel des 4. Spieltags. Die clash promises to test whether Silva can translate his recent form into a regular starting berth.