Six stars set to leave? BVB facing a transfer disaster | OneFootball

After Nico Schlotterbeck’s ongoing hesitation, Borussia Dortmund faces a dangerous domino effect in defense. According to a report, in the worst-case scenario, as many as six defenders could leave BVB this summer.

Borussia Dortmund is facing the threat of a massive shake-up in defense this coming summer. As reported by Bild, the future of several defenders is closely tied to Nico Schlotterbeck’s decision. The center-back has yet to decide whether he will extend his contract—a possible “no” could trigger a dangerous domino effect.

According to the report, Dortmund’s management has offered Schlotterbeck a deal at top-earner level. In addition to a salary of up to 14 million euros per year, he has also been promised a central leadership role. Nevertheless, the decision remains open, and most recently, the 26-year-old has again been linked with Real Madrid. Should he leave, BVB could reportedly receive a transfer fee of over 60 million euros, but the sporting loss would be almost impossible to compensate for.

Regardless of Schlotterbeck’s decision, Niklas Süle’s departure is considered certain. His contract will not be extended, and the club is planning for the new season without the center-back. According to Bild, the chances of Ramy Bensebaini staying are only about 50 percent. The Algerian is reportedly still aiming for a move to France, and Galatasaray Istanbul is also said to be interested.

Schlotterbeck’s Decision as a Key Factor for BVB

Another potential candidate for sale is Daniel Svensson. The Swede has attracted attention from several European clubs with his strong performances. Leeds United in particular, but also Arsenal and Inter Milan, are said to be interested. With a transfer fee of around 30 million euros, a move would be realistic.

Less concrete, but also not ruled out, according to Bild, are departures of Emre Can and Julian Ryerson. Talks about a contract extension with Can have stalled, while Ryerson, due to his consistent performances, is repeatedly linked with top clubs—even FC Barcelona is reportedly monitoring the Norwegian.

If Schlotterbeck decides against staying, BVB could, according to Bild, lose up to six defenders in the worst-case scenario. For those responsible, Lars Ricken and Sebastian Kehl, this would be a scenario with enormous explosive potential—and Schlotterbeck’s decision thus becomes the decisive factor in what could be a turbulent transfer summer on Strobelallee.

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