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Dortmund Tables 2030 Extension for Schlotterbeck as Kovac Makes Public Pitch

Reports say the defender wants a higher guaranteed salary, which could prolong talks.

Overview

  • Sport Bild reports Borussia Dortmund’s offer runs to 2030 and raises Nico Schlotterbeck’s base pay to about €8 million annually with performance bonuses, including point-related incentives.
  • Schlotterbeck has indicated he will not decide quickly after his meniscus layoff, while the club is pushing to close an early renewal to ward off suitors.
  • Bild reports the centre-back is seeking a guaranteed salary above €10 million per year, highlighting a gap to BVB’s initial proposal.
  • Head coach Niko Kovac told Sky that Schlotterbeck holds a very high standing in the squad and with fans, expressing hope he remains long term.
  • Separately, Spanish outlet fichajes.net is cited as claiming Serhou Guirassy has a €65 million clause limited to “absolute world elite” clubs, and Kovac publicly backed the striker during a brief scoring dip.