Borussia Dortmund signs controversial sponsorship deal with weapons manufacturer

Defense and technology group Rheinmetall to become new partner of Bundesliga club

Deal raises eyebrows due to Rheinmetall's involvement in arms production

Borussia Dortmund, one of Germany's most successful football clubs, has announced a multi-year sponsorship deal with weapons manufacturer Rheinmetall. The deal, which was announced on May 28, has raised eyebrows due to Rheinmetall's involvement in arms production. Rheinmetall is a major supplier of weapons to the German military, and has also been involved in the production of weapons used in conflict zones around the world. The company's involvement in the arms trade has led to criticism from human rights groups, who argue that Rheinmetall's weapons have been used to commit human rights abuses. Borussia Dortmund's sponsorship deal with Rheinmetall is not the first time that a football club has partnered with a weapons manufacturer. In recent years, other clubs, including Arsenal and Chelsea, have also signed sponsorship deals with arms companies. However, the Borussia Dortmund deal is particularly controversial due to the club's history of social activism. Borussia Dortmund has a long history of supporting social causes, and the club's fans are known for their progressive views. The club's decision to partner with Rheinmetall has been met with criticism from some fans, who argue that the deal is at odds with the club's values.