Liverpool have had Nico Schlotterbeck on their radar for months as Arne Slot looks to bolster his defence, particularly with Ibrahima Konate’s long-term future still unresolved and Marc Guehi now heading to Manchester City. Encouraging talks are believed to have taken place with the 26-year-old’s representatives.
Schlotterbeck is yet to commit to fresh terms at Borussia Dortmund, where his current deal runs until 2027. Although BVB have tabled a lucrative extension worth around €8 million per year through to 2030, the Germany international is said to be unsure whether the club can genuinely compete for major trophies on a regular basis.
At 26 and moving into what should be the prime of his career, Schlotterbeck closely matches the defensive profile Liverpool are seeking – someone capable of eventually succeeding Virgil van Dijk while raising the overall quality alongside a new signing such as Jeremy Jacquet.
However, Real Madrid are also expected to be in and around the German international this summer.
Fabrizio Romano, speaking on his YouTube channel, has confirmed that while Real Madrid like the player – there is nothing advanced and no bids have even been discussed in what can only be a boost for Liverpool’s chances of signing the 26-year-old:
“I can confirm that Real Madrid sent their people to follow the performances of Nico Schlotterbeck not just in the recent months, but in the recent days and weeks,” the Italian transfer guru said.
“Real Madrid people were in attendance for Bayern vs Dortmund [last weekend] to follow the performance of Schlotterbeck and I can confirm that.”
“Schlotterbeck is aware of Real Madrid interest, and he knows it’s a possibility for the summer. I see Real Madrid active for defenders in the summer. Then it depends on the player, who is out of contract in the summer of 2027.”
“Yes, he’s one of the options for Real Madrid, but there is nothing advanced in terms of bid of negotiations.”
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