In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era for women’s football at Borussia Dortmund, the club has confirmed that former Germany captain Alexandra Popp will join their squad as a free agent for the 2026-27 season.
Popp will join the Regionalliga West side on a three-year contract following the conclusion of the current season, marking the end of her illustrious 14-year tenure with Wolfsburg. Over her remarkable career, she has made an impressive 332 appearances in the Frauen-Bundesliga, netting 158 goals while securing seven league titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies during her time at Wolfsburg, in addition to one with FCR 2001 Duisburg.
Despite announcing her retirement from international football in 2024, Popp continues to demonstrate her prowess on the pitch, being one of only five players to score in double digits in the German top-flight this season.
She was officially welcomed by fans at Signal Iduna Park prior to Dortmund’s 2-0 Bundesliga victory over Augsburg on Saturday.
Welcoming one of the greats to her new home!
With three Champions League titles, seven German championships, 13 DFB Cups, and an Olympic gold medal to her name, Alexandra Popp joins the BVB women’s team on a free transfer for the 2026/27 season! pic.twitter.com/9LchBxOoeu
— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) March 14, 2026
Popp expressed her enthusiasm for the new chapter in her career, stating, “My heart beats for this club. I’m slowly approaching the end of my career and need to listen to my body. I didn’t want to miss the opportunity to play in a BVB shirt. It’s very exciting for me to be able to help shape the club’s future, building on the success it has enjoyed so far.”
BVB managing director Svenja Schlenker highlighted the significance of Popp’s arrival, emphasizing, “Signing Alex is a major statement of our ambitions. The fact that a player of her calibre has consciously chosen BVB makes us incredibly proud and sends a strong signal about the importance and future of women’s football at Dortmund.”
