Bayern Munich are reportedly preparing to increase their efforts to sign Borussia Dortmund centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck, who is 26 years old. He has emerged as a primary candidate to strengthen their defense. According to Bild, Bayern considers Schlotterbeck a strategic alternative to Dayot Upamecano. It is said that the Bavarians are willing to offer approximately €50 million, an amount that Borussia Dortmund might find difficult to reject due to their financial limitations compared to their title rivals.

According to journalist Christian Falk, as cited by @iMiaSanMia on X, Nico Schlotterbeck and his representatives are receptive to a potential move to Bayern Munich. It is claimed that Bayern are currently not making a concrete move for Schlotterbeck, as they are waiting to see whether Dayot Upamecano will decide to extend his contract. Should Upamecano renew, a move for Schlotterbeck would be complicated.

Nico Schlotterbeck, whose contract runs until 2027, is an option for Bayern Munich. According to BILD information, Borussia Dortmund would require a transfer fee of approximately 50 million euros for the 26-year-old. A new contract at Borussia Dortmund could provide him with up to 14 million euros including bonuses, while in Munich, a salary of at least 15 million euros per year is possible. A total package for five years would amount to 125 million euros, exceeding the one for Upamecano by 5 million. Marcel Reif commented that if Schlotterbeck wants to transfer to Bayern Munich, it is a matter of weighing options and also a financial consideration. Reif added that it is possible Schlotterbeck might want to become a central, representative player for Borussia Dortmund, but that Reif no longer fully believes this.

Nico Schlotterbeck is described as being of interest to and linked with Bayern Munich. According to the newspaper 'Sport', it is considered increasingly likely that the 26-year-old will not extend his contract with Borussia Dortmund and will transfer next summer. This assessment follows critical statements made by Schlotterbeck. A Catalan newspaper's headline stated that Schlotterbeck had erupted and his departure was getting closer.

FC Bayern is convinced of the qualities of Nico Schlotterbeck. Sporting director Christoph Freund told Sky that Schlotterbeck is a very, very good player and a very good defender. Freund stated, however, that he can only repeat that the club is very satisfied with its squad and is focusing on it.

According to Sky Germany, Bayern Munich's interest is causing the 26-year-old to carefully consider his future. A potential transfer to Bayern would be largely dependent on what happens with Dayot Upamecano and Kim Minjae. German media report that if both central defenders were to leave the German champions, Schlotterbeck would become a 'primary target' for Bayern.

Bild reports that Nico Schlotterbeck has an offer from a European heavyweight, especially Bayern Munich.

According to a report from Sky, Nico Schlotterbeck hopes for a transfer to a top club, specifically Bayern Munich or Real Madrid. At present, neither of these clubs has made any concrete moves.

Bayern's interest in Schlotterbeck is known. The defender feels frustrated about not having won anything in his club career and is not yet accepting talks on a contract extension. He is also wanted by some other European clubs.

Bayern is regarded as one of Schlotterbeck's preferred destinations in the event of a transfer. However, Bayern would probably only fully attempt to secure a deal if Dayot Upamecano, 26, does not extend his expiring contract.

Mundo Deportivo reports that Bayern Munich is interested in signing Nico Schlotterbeck and adds that Borussia Dortmund is not considering selling him to their domestic rival.

According to 'Bild', Nico Schlotterbeck's main interest lies with FC Bayern or the Premier League. Barça has previously inquired about the defender, who was once made a national player by his head coach Hansi Flick. Schlotterbeck is a left-footer, which makes him fit the desired defender profile.

BILD reports that Nico Schlotterbeck is considering a move to Bayern.

According to Sport Bild, Nico Schlotterbeck was at Hasan Salihamidzic's home in the summer of 2022 but moved from SC Freiburg to Dortmund because he had given his word to BVB. A move to Bayern for Schlotterbeck is now reportedly being discussed again, partly due to the greater chance of titles and because a large part of his family are Bayern fans.

Bayern München considers Nico Schlotterbeck a potential replacement for Dayot Upamecano, should the French player leave Bayern. Bild reports that Schlotterbeck is not happy with the style of play under coach Niko Kovač, and that inconsistent results and poor prospects for winning trophies reduce the likelihood of him accepting a contract extension. If Schlotterbeck refuses a contract extension, Dortmund might sell him in the summer transfer window of 2026 to prevent his departure for no fee, but it is also possible the club could retain him until his contract ends in 2027.

Nico Schlotterbeck is linked with some of Europe's most prestigious clubs, including Bayern Munich. Borussia Dortmund hopes to extend his contract beyond 2027 and would possibly include a release clause if necessary. According to Bild, there are rumors that Schlotterbeck is not entirely happy with the style of football played under coach Niko Kovac.

Rumors have resurfaced regarding a transfer for Nico Schlotterbeck to Munich. The German national player's contract with BVB is valid until 2027, which could place Schwarz-Gelb under pressure to sell next summer. The club intends to prevent this with a contract extension, but Schlotterbeck is hesitating to sign.

Lothar Matthäus stated in his column at Sky that Schlotterbeck is a player for FC Bayern and the club must concern itself with him. Matthäus said that Bayern will get serious and that he had already hinted at that on Saturday. Matthäus expressed his feeling that Bayern is struggling to extend the contract with Dayot Upamecano and if Upamecano leaves, they will need a replacement. He also said that even if Upamecano stays, Schlotterbeck could still be a subject of discussion for Bayern. Matthäus noted that Schlotterbeck himself said his next contract is important to him, not only financially but also for sporting success. When asked about his future, Schlotterbeck said he has more than one and a half years left on his contract, has emphasized this multiple times in press conferences, and will sit down with Sebastian Kehl to work out a plan. Schlotterbeck's contract runs until summer 2027, and Dortmund's management wants to secure him to the club for a longer period.

Lothar Matthaus stated that Bayern Munich must sign Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck if contract talks with Dayot Upamecano collapse. Matthaus believes the German international could be the ideal replacement, given his experience in the Bundesliga.

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Lars Ricken has warned Nico Schlotterbeck that while he respects the player's decision to delay signing a new contract, Dortmund will not allow the situation to drag on indefinitely. Goal.com reports on the interest Bayern Munich has shown in Schlotterbeck, who has a contract running until 2027.

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck was questioned about a potential move to Bayern Munich during the current training camp of the German national team. The defender said that he really could not say anything about it.

Bild reports that Bayern Munich already tried to sign Nico Schlotterbeck in 2022. The club is attentive to Schlotterbeck's situation in case Dayot Upamecano, who has a contract until 2026, does not renew.

German international centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck, 25, is reportedly playing for time regarding his future to keep open the possibility of a move to a top club, with FC Bayern and Real Madrid said to be monitoring the situation. The defender is set to hold talks with Borussia Dortmund but, according to 'Bild', is demanding a guaranteed annual salary of at least ten million euros. A potential move for Schlotterbeck could be linked to the future of Dayot Upamecano, as the club that does not secure the French defender's signature might then turn its attention to the Dortmund player. Schlotterbeck's contract with the club runs until June 30, 2027, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt at €40 million.