Schlotterbeck replacement? BVB eye up Bundesliga star | OneFootball

Hamburger SV is experiencing a beacon of hope in defense – but he might soon be called to greater heights. Luka Vuskovic, just 18 years old and currently on loan from Tottenham Hotspur, is drawing attention with strong performances from several top clubs. According to the English portal TEAMtalk, Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig, in particular, have set their sights on the Croatian central defender.

At HSV, Vuskovic has made significant progress in recent weeks. In the last four league games, the 1.93-meter tall defender played the full 90 minutes each time, impressing with his strength in duels, composure on the ball, and game intelligence. He is considered one of the main reasons for the recently stabilized defense of the Rothosen.

Both Dortmund and Leipzig are said to be closely monitoring the talent's development. Particularly interesting: In the coming weeks, HSV will face both clubs – on October 18 in Leipzig and on November 8 in the home game against BVB. Scouts from both clubs reportedly want to personally observe Vuskovic's performances.

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The central defender is of interest to both Bundesliga top teams because they are planning to restructure their defense in the future. At BVB, Vuskovic could be considered a long-term successor to Nico Schlotterbeck or Niklas Süle.

Tottenham holds Vuskovic's future in their hands

However, it remains unclear how Tottenham Hotspur plans with the Croatian defender. The Premier League club signed Vuskovic in 2025 and then loaned him to HSV until 2026 to give him regular playing time. According to TEAMtalk, the Spurs are considering an early recall in January, as they themselves have a significant need in the central defense.

For HSV, the departure of this defensive jewel would be a setback in the fight for survival, but for Vuskovic, it could mean a career leap. Whether the Croatian sees his future in England, Hamburg, or perhaps in the Bundesliga with Dortmund or Leipzig remains open.

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