€3,000 for being late! Borussia Dortmund fines list ‘leaked’ with USMNT star Gio Reyna and Co hit with hefty charge for not signing autographs

According to Bild, players are fined €100 (£83) for every minute they are late to practices, physio appointments, or meetings with the coaching staff. The fines escalate on matchdays, with players facing a massive €3,000 (£2,499) penalty for arriving late to a game.

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  For those who miss scheduled club events entirely, the punishment increases further. Such infractions can cost the player as much as €5,000 (£4,166), according to reports. Even a relatively minor issue like missing a weighing session results in a €250 (£208) fine, underscoring the club’s commitment to punctuality and professionalism.

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    Dortmund remain strict in emphasising player focus and engagement during team activities, as shown by their penalties for improper phone use. Players are fined €100 (£83) if they use their phones during inappropriate times, such as at the dining table or during physiotherapy sessions. In addition, players are expected to actively engage with fans. Failure to sign autograph cards by the agreed deadline results in a steep €2,000 (£1,666) fine, while not signing jerseys costs players €500 (£416). Moreover, a €100 fine is handed out to players who leave the training area messy or fail to clean up after themselves. Moreover, players who wear the wrong attire for official duties face a fine of €250 (£208).

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    WHAT NEXT FOR BORUSSIA DORTMUND?

    Following Edin Terzic’s departure after the Champions League final, Nuri Sahin has stepped in to guide the team. Under his leadership, Dortmund have had a steady start to the season as they currently sit fifth in the Bundesliga with three wins from five matches. They will return to action in their second Champions League group stage match against Celtic at the Signal Iduna Park.