It's very natural that they started this season less than optimally because their star players have been sold, and of course they need to adapt again. This is what makes me confused about a team like Dortmund, they don't seem serious about competing for the Bundesliga trophy, just look at all their star players every year being sold. How can we compete with Byaen Munich if it continues like this?
I will interpret that the star you are referring to is Jude Bellingham. however, I think there was a significant impact of change when Bellingham was with Dortmund and Real Madrid. It can't be denied why Bellingham was hotly contested in the transfer window last summer. apart from playing well in the national team, he also played well in the Bundesliga. But that's not really why Dortmund started this season poorly. What is certain is that Dortmund is experiencing a crisis in its front line, especially for the center forward.
as I said, Sebastien Haller has had difficulty scoring his first goal so far. Likewise with Niclas Fullkrug, who has only scored 3 goals in 11 matches. Even then, a Tap In goal, aka an easy goal.
On the contrary, those who played quite well were other players such as Jullian Brandt, Marco Reus even though he was 34 years old. the point is, Terzic hasn't found the ideal formation. Some of the newcomers they have brought in have not been able to appear consistently in every match. Maybe, because Terzic often changes patterns.
Well, I can tell you that Dortmund is not targeting trophies in any competition. they will only print talented young players, then sell them. Most importantly, the club is targeting Dortmund to finish in the top four of the Bundesliga. thus, they will remain a top team and continue to participate in the Champions League competition. Uniquely, even though Dortmund players come and go. However, in the end, Dortmund still finished in the top four of the Bundesliga standings. So don't be surprised if this is the business they run. and don't get your hopes up, Dormund will compete with Bayern Munich in the race for the League trophy.