Borussia Dortmund news

Bayern Munich are also in the German international’s plans

Nico Schlotterbeck’s commitment to Borussia Dortmund has been met with unexpected hostility from the club’s own supporters. Despite signing a massive contract extension until 2031, the defender was subjected to audible jeers during BVB's 1-0 home defeat against Bayer Leverkusen.

Making his first appearance after signing a contract extension with BVB, Nico Schlotterbeck was met with whistles from a section of the Dortmund support.

Nico Schlotterbeck reportedly had no choice but to extend his contract with BVB.

Nico Schlotterbeck has handed Borussia Dortmund a significant boost by committing his long-term future to the club, but the deal may not be as straightforward as it seems. Despite signing a massive contract extension until 2031, the German international has ensured a potential exit path remains open with new contract contains a release clause, valid from this summer, and which only applies to a select few clubs.

How to watch the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen, as well as kick-off time and team news

Borussia Dortmund have officially secured the long-term future of Nico Schlotterbeck, with the defender putting pen to paper on a bumper new contract. The German international has committed his future to the Signal Iduna Park outfit until 2031, providing a massive boost to the club's defensive stability.

Since late November, Carsten Cramer has been the new strongman at Borussia Dortmund. The 57-year-old has wasted no time implementing changes and uttering statements that BVB fans have missed hearing for too long.

A German slap in the face for the Royal Family

Borussia Dortmund has reportedly made a final decision on Nico Schlotterbeck’s future.

Under questionable circumstances, Aaron Anselmino was forced to leave Borussia Dortmund abruptly during the winter transfer window. Chelsea FC then immediately loaned the 20-year-old defender to Racing Strasbourg, where he has struggled to make an impact.

BVB are reportedly intensifying their search for a new centre-back.

Borussia Dortmund may once again approach SV Elversberg in a bid to recruit another official following the departure of sporting director Ole Book. The Bundesliga club’s interest underlines the growing reputation of Elversberg’s back-room staff, and sources close to the situation suggest that talks could begin as early as next week. Dortmund’s scouts have been impressed by the 34-year-old’s analytical approach to talent identification and his ability to nurture young players, qualities that align closely with the Yellow-Blacks’ long-term strategy. For Elversberg, the potential loss would be significant, as the official in question has played a key role in helping the club secure promotion to the third tier and establish a sustainable structure off the pitch. However, the opportunity to join a Champions League outfit is expected to be difficult to resist, and club officials are already preparing contingency plans should the approach prove successful. Dortmund, meanwhile, is eager to mov