Real Madrid Interested in Borussia Dortmund Star Nico Schlotterbeck, Valued at €60–70 Million

Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is reportedly keen on bringing Nico Schlotterbeck to the Santiago Bernabéu, according to Spanish outlet Defensa Central. The 24-year-old German defender, currently starring for Borussia Dortmund, is valued at €60–70 million, and discussions may begin during the upcoming UEFA Champions League clash between the two clubs.

A Rising Defensive Talent

Schlotterbeck has been one of the standout defenders in the Bundesliga since joining Dortmund from SC Freiburg in July 2022. Born in Waiblingen, the center-back came through the youth systems of several German clubs before graduating from Freiburg’s academy. His consistent performances in recent seasons have earned him regular call-ups to the German national team, and he is expected to be a prominent figure for Germany at Euro 2024.

Key Contributions

Since arriving at Dortmund, Schlotterbeck has made nearly 100 appearances, scoring six goals and providing twelve assists. He’s known for his composure on the ball, physical presence, and ability to play out from the back—qualities that have attracted interest from top European clubs.

Notably, Schlotterbeck was recently linked with Premier League giants Arsenal and Liverpool, but Real Madrid now appears to be leading the race for his signature. The defender impressed in Germany’s recent friendly against Denmark, registering 80 touches, 59/65 completed passes, one assist, 10 passes into the final third, and five clearances—a performance that caught the eye of WhoScored.com and added fuel to transfer speculation.

Real Madrid’s Defensive Targets

Real Madrid had previously pursued Leny Yoro, but the French defender is now expected to join Manchester United, prompting Los Blancos to intensify their interest in Schlotterbeck. Despite being on Madrid’s radar during the last summer transfer window, no deal was reached.

According to Defensa Central, Florentino Pérez is personally pushing for the deal and intends to initiate talks with Borussia Dortmund officials during their upcoming Champions League fixture.

A Summer Move?

Dortmund, for their part, are prepared to negotiate but will demand a fee in the €60–70 million range. Schlotterbeck’s development and his versatility make him an ideal target for Real Madrid as they seek to reinforce their backline ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Whether or not a deal materializes, the interest is clear: Florentino Pérez wants Schlotterbeck in white.