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Nico Schlotterbeck faces lengthy recovery from ankle injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 5:57 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Nico Schlotterbeck faces lengthy recovery from ankle injury

Summary

Nico Schlotterbeck has sustained a medial ligament injury in his ankle while on international duty with Germany at the World Cup. Borussia Dortmund hopes to have the center-back fit by mid-September. Schlotterbeck will need to wear a protective boot for four to six weeks, limiting him to strength training during this time. He will miss Dortmund’s pre-season trip to Japan from July 26 to August 2, as he continues his rehabilitation at the club’s training ground. His €50 million release clause is expected to expire unused as he focuses on recovery.

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•Schlotterbeck suffered an ankle injury while on duty with Germany.
•Dortmund hopes for his return by mid-September.
•He will miss the team's pre-season trip to Japan.
•A protective boot will restrict him for four to six weeks.
•His release clause is set to expire unused.

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Nico Schlotterbeck is facing a lengthy recovery period after suffering a medial ligament injury in his ankle while on international duty with Germany at the World Cup.As reported by Bild, Borussia Dor...
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