Nico Schlotterbeck

Recent reports from April 2026 repeatedly mention a release clause valued between €50 million and €60 million, with some suggesting it is active for summer 2026. In the same month, it was reported a bidding war could raise the price to €47-53 million, while a sale without a contract extension was estimated at €30-35 million. Various reports from early 2026 and late 2025 cited asking prices or potential fees ranging from €40 million to as high as €70 million, with €50 million being a frequently mentioned figure by multiple sources. Transfermarkt was cited in April 2026 with a valuation of approximately €56 million. His last completed transfer was from SC Freiburg to Borussia Dortmund in July 2022 for a reported €20 million.

Our valuation for Nico Schlotterbeck is driven by the numerous and consistent April 2026 reports of a release clause valued between €50-60 million, reportedly included in his new contract. The lower end of our range accounts for other reports suggesting a sale price between €40-50 million should he not extend his contract, which was due to expire in 2027. His €20 million transfer in 2022 demonstrates a significant and sustained increase in value.