Media: BVB star Schlotterbeck open to move to top club | OneFootball

Nico Schlotterbeck leaves his future at Borussia Dortmund open, sparking interest from several top European clubs. A move to an international heavyweight seems particularly appealing to the national player.

At Borussia Dortmund, uncertainty about Nico Schlotterbeck's future is growing. Although the center-back's contract runs until 2027, an early extension is currently uncertain. Instead, international heavyweights are increasingly coming into focus.

Several top European clubs are closely monitoring the 26-year-old's situation. In addition to FC Bayern, FC Liverpool, Manchester City, Real Madrid, and FC Barcelona are also considered interested parties. Especially from Spain, there are telling signals: According to Mundo Deportivo, Schlotterbeck's agent has not ruled out a move to Catalonia and has "already hinted at this possibility."

However, this does not yet mean a definitive course of action. Rather, the national player's camp is currently exploring the market to make a well-considered decision afterward. What is clear, though, is that Borussia Dortmund would need to be deeply compensated in the event of a sale. According to Bild information, an internal transfer fee of around 70 million euros is now circulating – a magnitude that would be particularly difficult for the financially struggling FC Barcelona to manage.

Barcelona reportedly keen on BVB star Schlotterbeck

Sportingly, Schlotterbeck also seems to have greater ambitions. In an interview with Prime Video, he made no secret of the fact that titles appeal to him: "I want to hold something in my hand someday," the defense chief recently explained. Reflecting on his long-term career, he added self-critically: "It would be bad if it said: The titleless Nico Schlotterbeck."

In Dortmund, the defender reportedly has a lucrative offer until 2030, which would bring him into the salary range of top earners, but a commitment is still pending.

What is certain is that whether Schlotterbeck will still be wearing the black and yellow jersey beyond the coming summer is completely open. The list of interested parties is prominent, the decision has not yet been made – and the tension at BVB is growing week by week.

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