Overview

• SPORT BILD reports a concrete offer to extend Schlotterbeck’s deal from 2027 to 2030 with a salary near €8 million plus performance-related bonuses, which has not been confirmed by club or player.
• Niko Kovac publicly praised the defender’s standing with teammates and fans and said Schlotterbeck felt full support during his meniscus layoff, urging him to remain at the club.
• Schlotterbeck has not committed to the proposal and, according to reporting, is not working to a deadline after recently returning to full 90-minute Bundesliga outings.
• Dortmund aims to avoid entering the player’s final contract year without clarity and, per SPORT BILD, views him as a potential future captain and club figurehead.
• Separate to Schlotterbeck, Julian Brandt’s contract expires after this season and talks are planned for winter, while reports continue to link Bayern Munich with interest in Schlotterbeck.