Real Madrid step up their pursuit of Dortmund star Schlotterbeck | OneFootball

The speculation continues. It is still unclear whether Nico Schlotterbeck (26) will actually be on the field for Borussia Dortmund next season. With Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Bayern Munich, three top clubs have positioned themselves for a move.

If BVB stands firm, Schlotterbeck will remain a Black and Yellow until his contract expires in the summer of 2027. However, after that, the central defender would be able to leave the Ruhr club on a free transfer. Not a particularly appealing option in the eyes of Dortmund’s management.

Since the Borussia defensive leader has not yet made a public decision, there is also the possibility of extending his contract. At the moment, however, this does not seem to be the most likely solution. The offers from Madrid, Barcelona, and Munich are simply too attractive and lucrative.

According to information from the portal fichajes.net, Borussia Dortmund is demanding a transfer fee of 65 million euros for Schlotterbeck. However, this amount does not appear to deter the club management in the Spanish capital, as meetings with the player’s agents have reportedly already taken place. According to the report, the talks went positively.

The “Royals” are said to be particularly impressed by Schlotterbeck’s leadership qualities in the defensive line, his speed in challenges, and his ability to build up play. Due to his age, he could play for the Spanish record champions for many years to come. Alongside Éder Militão (28), the 26-year-old would form one of the world’s best central defensive duos.

Schlotterbeck like Varane once was?

At Real Madrid, the need to strengthen the defense is obvious. Some key players, such as Antonio Rüdiger (32), David Alaba (33), and Daniel Carvajal (34), are getting on in years. Departures are imminent, possibly even this summer.

Schlotterbeck would be suitable to become part of this generational change. Like Raphaël Varane (32) once did, the Waiblingen native could develop into a mainstay of Madrid’s defense for many years. The French World Cup winner of 2018 wore the Merengues’ shirt for ten years.

However, with Barça and Bayern, the competition is formidable and the deal with Schlotterbeck is far from sealed. But Real is said to currently be leading the race for the BVB defender.

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