SpotlightBundesligaUnverified source· 13 Sept 2026
Veerman: Dortmund can push but Bayern still the benchmark
New Dortmund midfielder Joey Veerman opens up on his move, BVB's perfect start and the task of catching Bayern Munich.
J. Veerman
player
Age
27
Position
Midfielder
Club
Borussia Dortmund
Nationality
Dutch
From
PSV Eindhoven
What happened. Joey Veerman, who joined Borussia Dortmund from PSV Eindhoven in the summer, gave an exclusive interview to the Bundesliga. He discussed his first impressions at BVB, the club's ambitions, the challenge of dethroning Bayern Munich and what Serhou Guirassy brings.
- Veerman made his competitive Dortmund debut in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup loss to Bayern.
- Dortmund have since won five straight games in all competitions.
- He believes defending champions Bayern Munich are still the team to beat.
“Because it's a very big club and they play Champions League”
— Joey Veerman
Veerman and Dortmund will look to keep their winning run going as they chase Bayern's crown this season.
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