The 50+1 rule has been a central pillar of German professional football since its introduction in 1998. In line with a member-led club culture and sustainable business models, it forms the foundation of a unique characteristic that sets the Bundesliga apart to a significant extent in international comparison.
Borussia Dortmund and its fans clearly support the 50+1 rule and its long-term preservation. We therefore expressly welcome the Federal Cartel Office's fundamental assessment.
We are convinced that the long-term success of German football can be ensured in this way. That is also why BVB firmly embedded this principle in its statutes and core values code many years ago.
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