Are BVB too keen on harmony? Sammer calls for decision on Schlotterbeck | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund continues to grapple with the future of Nico Schlotterbeck. BVB advisor Matthias Sammer calls for a clear stance and introduces a deadline into the discussion.

The contract future of Nico Schlotterbeck at Borussia Dortmund remains unresolved. The defensive leader is contracted with BVB until 2027, but talks about an extension are dragging on. Club advisor Matthias Sammer has now taken a clear position and recommends a clearer line to the Dortmund management.

Sammer makes no secret of his critical view of hesitation. “I know you are in need of harmony and want to give him more time. You can do that, but I wouldn't,” the former European champion explained on Sky. Instead, he advocates setting a deadline to gain planning security: “I would sometimes set deadlines.”

At the same time, Sammer emphasizes that tact is required. “With Nico Schlotterbeck, you have to develop a sense of how far along the conversation is,” said the 58-year-old, hinting that patience might also be sensible depending on the state of negotiations.

BVB so far rejects deadline for Schlotterbeck

Within the club, however, this stance is not shared unconditionally. Sports director Lars Ricken recently publicly rejected a fixed deadline. “Why should we set a deadline? Why should I put myself under pressure?” he asked before the Bundesliga match in Freiburg on DAZN and pointed out that Schlotterbeck wants to make his decision consciously.

The discussion about Schlotterbeck's future was recently sparked by public criticism from the national player. After the Champions League match against Bodø/Glimt (2:2), the 26-year-old described the team's performance in the final phase as “really bad” and demanded more effort from substitute players: “If you come in at the 60th minute, I expect 30 minutes of full throttle.”

At the same time, rumors of a possible departure are increasing. According to media reports, Schlotterbeck is speculating on an offer from a top European club. Names like FC Bayern, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, or FC Liverpool are repeatedly mentioned. For BVB, the coming summer could thus become a decisive phase – both sportingly and economically.

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