Ole Pohlmann leaves Borussia Dortmund despite having a contract until June 30, 2025. He joins Rio Ave in Portugal's first league with immediate effect. Pohlmann has signed a three-year contract until June 30, 2027. This is his first international move, and he successfully passed the medical examinations in Portugal. He has already started training with his new team under coach Luis Freire.

Ole Pohlmann leaves Germany. The 23-year-old bids farewell to Borussia Dortmund and flies to Portugal to officially join Rio Ave, a first division club, on a three-year contract. Pohlmann joined BVB's U23 team after moving from Wolfsburg in July 2021. He joined the professional team last season, made his Bundesliga debut in February, and made two appearances for the German top-flight team. Dissatisfied with his playing time, he decided to move to make a name for himself. "The parties have agreed not to disclose the terms of the transfer. Borussia Dortmund thanks Ole Pohlmann and wishes him the best for the future," the official note from the Bundesliga club. Rio Ave also welcomed him via an official statement: "The German Ole Pohlmann is a reinforcement for Rio Ave's attack for 2024/2025. Rio Ave Futebol Clube - Futebol, SAD has reached an agreement with Borussia Dortmund for the permanent transfer of the forward. The contract signed with Rio Ave FC SAD is valid for three seasons and the player has already undergone medical examinations and trained this afternoon under the guidance of Luís Freire. Welcome aboard, Ole Pohlmann!"

Ole Pohlmann has signed a three-year contract with Rio Ave. The 23-year-old winger, who previously played for Dortmund, joins the Vila do Conde team on a permanent basis, with a contract valid until 2027. According to Rio Ave, the forward underwent the necessary medical examinations and has already joined his new teammates, training under the command of Luís Freire. This is Ole Pohlmann's first challenge outside of Germany.