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Borussia Dortmund Defender Nico Schlotterbeck Out for Season with Knee Injury

The 25-year-old's absence impacts Dortmund's Champions League quarterfinal plans and Germany's Nations League squad.

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Nico Schlotterbeck fehlt dem BVB im Saisonendspurt
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Overview

  • Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a meniscus tear in his left knee sustained during training on Sunday.
  • Borussia Dortmund confirmed the injury on April 7, with the defender set to miss the upcoming Champions League quarterfinal against FC Barcelona.
  • Schlotterbeck has been a key figure in Dortmund's defense, praised for his consistent performances and leadership on the field.
  • The injury also poses challenges for the German national team, with Schlotterbeck likely to miss the Nations League semifinals and potentially other fixtures.
  • Dortmund's sporting director Sebastian Kehl expressed the team's support for Schlotterbeck, emphasizing his importance to the squad and their commitment to his recovery.