Good news for Dortmund? Bayern make decision on Schlotterbeck | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund can breathe a sigh of relief for now in the race for Nico Schlotterbeck. FC Bayern has apparently decided against a transfer of the central defender.

The name Nico Schlotterbeck has been repeatedly linked with FC Bayern in recent months – but for now, a transfer to the record champions seems to be off the table. According to information from Sport Bild, the Munich club has currently shelved their considerations for signing the Dortmund central defender. A previously discussed transfer is therefore "currently off the table."

The main reason for this lies in Bayern's squad planning. They feel well-equipped in central defense at Säbener Straße. Dayot Upamecano is close to a contract extension and is expected to form the defensive center long-term with Jonathan Tah. Behind them, Min-jae Kim and Hiroki Ito are further established options. Josip Stanisic also plays an important role in the plans.

Thus, there is currently no sporting or economic pressure to become active in the transfer market for a top central defender. Accordingly, Schlotterbeck is initially moving out of the focus of Bayern's bosses.

Future of BVB star Schlotterbeck remains open

A change of mind is not entirely ruled out, however. According to Sport Bild, the situation could change if Min-jae Kim unexpectedly develops ambitions to leave. The South Korean has recently emphasized his desire to succeed at FC Bayern, but the decision-makers are keeping an eye on possible scenarios.

This is good news for Borussia Dortmund. BVB is working hard on a contract extension for their defensive chief and can hope that FC Bayern's current restraint increases the chances of him staying. However, this does not guarantee security: Schlotterbeck remains on the radar of numerous top European clubs, including Real Madrid, FC Liverpool, Manchester City, and FC Barcelona.

One thing is certain: FC Bayern has put their Schlotterbeck plans on hold for now – at least as long as there are no fundamental changes in the personnel situation in Munich's defense. For Dortmund, this is a stage victory, but far from a final all-clear.

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