Things heat up: Bayern take next step in Schlotterbeck pursuit | OneFootball

The topic of Nico Schlotterbeck is apparently heating up at FC Bayern. The Munich officials have reportedly taken the next step.

The rumors surrounding Nico Schlotterbeck and FC Bayern continue to gain momentum. According to information from Sky, the Munich club has taken the next step by inquiring about the center-back's situation and expressing their interest to the player's side.

According to the report, the club officials now want to wait and see whether Schlotterbeck will extend his contract with Borussia Dortmund or consider a transfer. The national player has been offered a new contract until 2030, but he is still hesitating to make a decision.

The reason for Bayern's increased interest: The future of their current center-backs Dayot Upamecano and Minjae Kim is uncertain. In particular, Upamecano is said, according to Sky, to only be allowed to extend his contract if he makes financial concessions. His contract runs out in the summer of 2026. That's why Munich wants to explore alternatives early on – and Schlotterbeck is high on the list.

Dortmund wants to extend with Nico Schlotterbeck

As Sky further reports, the 25-year-old is currently not a concrete target for FC Liverpool, and a move to Real Madrid is also considered "unlikely." The focus is clearly on the potential tug-of-war between Bayern and Dortmund.

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At BVB, meanwhile, they are determined to keep their defensive leader. Sporting director Lars Ricken recently emphasized in Sport BILD: “It is absolutely his right to carefully plan his future. We respect that as well. And I believe that salary is not the main focus, but rather the perspective, the trust, and the conviction.” At the same time, Ricken made it clear: “We will not rush things. But of course, we don't want to drag it out until doomsday.”

For Bayern, Schlotterbeck thus remains a potential top transfer for the summer of 2026 – by then at the latest, Dortmund will have to decide whether to secure an extension or consider a sale.

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