BVB ready to sign Schlotterbeck, Bayern show strong interest | OneFootball

After only four official matches in the Borussia Dortmund jersey following a six-month injury break, Nico Schlotterbeck is also on the verge of his comeback with the German national team. The fact that national coach Julian Nagelsmann has recalled the 25-year-old central defender so quickly speaks to Schlotterbeck's quality, which is well recognized at BVB, prompting them to do everything possible to secure the long-term collaboration they aim for.

Schlotterbeck himself openly stated last week that a decision regarding an extension of his contract with BVB, which runs until June 30, 2027, is unlikely to be made soon. Nevertheless, the Dortmund officials are pushing the accelerator.

According to "Sky," there is now a ready-to-sign offer from Borussia, which envisions Schlotterbeck's rise to a top earner with a salary of about ten million euros per year and a commitment until 2030.

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However, the Dortmund fan favorite is still hesitating, as BVB envisions him becoming the face of the club for years to come. On one hand, Schlotterbeck wants to see a sustainable positive development and the chance to regularly compete for titles in Dortmund. On the other hand, the 20-time national player might also have attractive other options.

Following initial speculations about interest from FC Bayern Munich, "Sky" now reports that the record champion has expressed strong interest in Schlotterbeck. Especially if Dayot Upamecano should reject an extension of his contract, which expires at the end of the season, Bayern would add at least one high-caliber central defender.

There has been contact between Bayern and Schlotterbeck for years, which, according to "Sky," apparently never ceased despite changing officials in Munich. Just before the German Clasico between Bayern and BVB on October 18, the topic seems to be heating up again—causing unrest in Dortmund.

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