The transfer storm is brewing in Germany — and Nico Schlotterbeck is right in the eye of it.
According to Sky Germany, Bayern Munich have officially enquired about the Borussia Dortmund defender, setting the stage for a fierce battle between Bundesliga rivals. Meanwhile, Liverpool’s interest — once seen as serious — has reportedly cooled, leaving the 25-year-old’s future hanging in the balance.
Bayern Make Their Move
With their defensive core under scrutiny, Bayern Munich have turned their attention to one of Germany’s finest modern centre-backs. Sources say the Rekordmeister have sounded out Schlotterbeck’s camp in case he decides not to extend his current BVB contract, which runs until 2027.
For Bayern, the motive is clear — they want a commanding, ball-playing defender who can anchor their backline for the next decade.
Dortmund Determined to Keep Their Star
Over in the Ruhr, Borussia Dortmund are not taking any chances. The club are reportedly preparing to offer Schlotterbeck a new contract extension that could make him one of their top earners, worth around €10 million per year.
Insiders close to the player say he’s happy at Dortmund but aware of Bayern’s growing interest — and that makes this transfer battle one to watch.
Liverpool Back Out (For Now)
Meanwhile, across the English Channel, the Liverpool rumours have gone cold. Despite earlier links, new manager Arne Slot is said to have no concrete plans to approach Schlotterbeck in the next two transfer windows.
With Liverpool focused on Premier League priorities and homegrown defensive options, the Schlotterbeck deal appears off the table — for now.
A Power Play in the Making
The situation now looks like a classic German power struggle: Bayern testing Dortmund’s resolve, and Dortmund desperate to prove they can hold on to their biggest names.
It’s more than a transfer story — it’s a statement of intent. Can Dortmund keep their core together and finally break Bayern’s domestic dominance, or will Munich once again flex their financial muscle?
Why It Matters
For Bayern: It’s about rebuilding a shaky defence and finding a long-term leader.
For Dortmund: It’s about stability, loyalty, and proving they can compete off the pitch too.
For Liverpool: It’s a missed chance — or maybe a smart retreat, given the price tag.
If Bayern manage to lure Schlotterbeck away, it could be the most symbolic transfer in German football since Hummels’ move in 2016. But if Dortmund succeed in keeping him, it could mark a new era of resistance in their rivalry.
Would Schlotterbeck betray Dortmund for Bayern? Or should he stay and lead the Yellow Wall to glory?
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