Borussia Dortmund Nears Contract Extension for Nico Schlotterbeck Amidst Real Madrid and Barcelona Interest
Borussia Dortmund's 26-year-old central defender, Nico Schlotterbeck, is reportedly on the verge of signing a significant new long-term deal. This extension would see his current contract, which is set to expire in 2027, prolonged until 2031. The Bundesliga club, BVB, is proactively securing one of its most sought-after talents, who has recently been linked with potential moves to European giants like Real Madrid and FC Barcelona.
Both Spanish powerhouses had been closely monitoring the defender, with aspirations of potentially signing him during the final year of his existing contract with Dortmund. However, reports indicate that Schlotterbeck is close to agreeing to renewed terms. This new agreement is said to include a substantial salary increase, potentially reaching up to €14 million per season with bonuses, positioning him among the highest earners within the squad. Dortmund's sporting director, Nils-Ole Book, reportedly intends to officially announce the contract renewal in April, once the player has finalized his agreement to the conditions.
Furthermore, the impending new contract is rumored to include a release clause set at €60 million. This clause would become active from the summer of 2027. While this means Real Madrid and Barcelona could still pursue Schlotterbeck in the future, they would face a considerable transfer fee – a sum that is rarely paid for a central defender in the current market, making any future transfer a costly endeavor.
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