Salih Özcan

Salih Özcan operates as a central defensive midfielder for Borussia Dortmund, where he plays a crucial role in the team's defensive structure. Standing at 183 cm and weighing 74 kg, he combines physical presence with a solid understanding of the game. A right-footed player, he is adept at breaking up opposition attacks and providing cover for the backline, although his current season stats reflect a modest contribution with just one interception over 21 appearances. In the 2025/2026 season, Özcan has averaged a rating of 6.51 across 350 minutes of play. While he has not been prolific in terms of defensive actions, his experience and physicality make him a reliable option in the midfield. His time at Borussia Dortmund follows a series of loan spells, indicating that he has been working to establish himself in a competitive environment. Having joined Dortmund from FC Köln in 2022 for a transfer fee of €5 million, he has since returned from a loan spell at VfL Wolfsburg. As he continues to develop his role within the squad, Özcan's contributions will be vital to Dortmund's midfield dynamics as they look to strengthen their position in the league.