Bayern or BVB? Schlotterbeck reportedly leaning clearly one way | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is fighting to keep Nico Schlotterbeck, while FC Bayern is quietly keeping a possible door open in the background.

The future of Nico Schlotterbeck remains one of the most exciting personnel topics in German football. Although the central defender is under contract with Borussia Dortmund until 2027, there are intense discussions behind the scenes about the next steps. One thing is clear: either the national player extends his contract with BVB – or he opens a new chapter.

Above all, FC Bayern keeps coming up as a possible destination. Recently, there were even reports that the Munich club was in the so-called pole position in the race for Schlotterbeck. However, this portrayal is being significantly downplayed internally. BILD reporter Tobi Altschäffl clearly disagrees: “That’s not true.” So far, the record champions have not made any concrete move.

At the same time, the player’s side is quite open to a move to Munich. Christian Falk sums it up in the Bayern Insider Podcast: “It’s true, the Schlotterbeck side would like to do it.” So, for the 26-year-old, joining the German record champions is fundamentally conceivable. However, what matters less is the player’s attitude and more the squad planning at Bayern.

BVB still hopes Schlotterbeck will stay

Because at Säbener Straße, much depends on the future of Dayot Upamecano. If the French international extends his contract, he would become one of the absolute top earners. Such a move would have a direct impact on further investments in the central defense. Falk explains unequivocally: “If Upa really extends, then it will be difficult.” In this scenario, there would be little need – and little financial leeway – for another central defender of this caliber.

The issue is given additional spice by the stalled talks between Bayern and Upamecano. According to information from kicker, the two sides currently have different expectations. Whether an agreement will be reached is open. Only if he leaves could Schlotterbeck become a serious option for Munich.

For BVB’s defensive leader, it’s a waiting game for now. Whether it’s a contract extension in Dortmund or a move to a European heavyweight – Schlotterbeck’s future remains open.

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