Nagelsmann Eyes Schlotterbeck Start for Germany as Dortmund Urges Caution
The center-back has returned strongly from injury, leaving his BVB future undecided pending a contract extension tied to a possible captaincy.
Overview
- Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said Nico Schlotterbeck could start against Luxembourg after recalling him to the squad.
- Nagelsmann added he does not plan for the defender to play two full matches during the international window.
- Dortmund coach Niko Kovac urged restraint following Schlotterbeck’s long layoff, calling two 90-minute outings unnecessary at this stage.
- Schlotterbeck has impressed since his comeback and quickly re-established himself in the BVB lineup.
- Multiple reports say he is delaying a decision on a contract extension as he evaluates the club’s development, with BVB leadership interested in naming him captain if he signs.