Real Madrid is actively pursuing potential signings of Borussia Dortmund central manager Nico Schlotterbeck. The 26-year-old footballer is a priority goal for strengthening the defensive line of the Spanish grand club. Schlotterbeck himself positively assesses the possibility of the transfer, and the estimated amount for the transfer amounts to 40 to 50 million euros. Borussia, in its turn, is offering the defender a contract until 2027 with a salary of up to 14 million euros, and is also considering options at top clubs with the prospect of winning titles.

Negotiations between the clubs are in turmoil, and the remaining decisions until the upcoming Schlotterbeck will end up at the hour of the international break in Bereznka, before the addition of the Gravt to the national team. Madrid plans to complete transfers after appointing a head coach for the coming season. An important factor for Real Madrid is that the new manager has a left foot, like Schlotterbeck, and also brings high standards to the club's discipline and style of play..

Niko Schlotterbeck became the leader of Borussia Dortmund thanks to professionalism, physical preparation and the influx of senior teammates such as Mats Hummels. From a loan at Union Berlin to vice-captaincy at Borussia, he gained credibility and authority among the team..

The German defender played 150 matches for “Bjil”: 9 goals and 18 assists.