Real Madrid not pursuing Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 7:20 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Real Madrid's search for defensive players does not include Nico Schlotterbeck, according to Fabrizio Romano. Schlotterbeck was not close to signing with the club, despite recent speculation. The Borussia Dortmund defender recently extended his contract, which includes a €50 million release clause. Following his ankle injury during the World Cup, Schlotterbeck is expected to miss early action in La Liga, further diminishing his chances of a move to Madrid.
- •Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out as a target for Real Madrid.
- •Real Madrid appreciates Schlotterbeck but he is not a priority.
- •Schlotterbeck's injury during the World Cup limits his availability.
- •Borussia Dortmund recently extended Schlotterbeck's contract.
- •His release clause stands at around €50 million under specific conditions.
- 7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid never advanced talks for €50 million-rated German defender – Romano
"Real Madrid’s search for defensive reinforcements continues, but one name can now be crossed off the list. According to Fabrizio Romano, Nico Schlotterbeck was never close to joining the Spanish gi...
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