Dortmund: the price of Nico Schlotterbeck’s clause revealed

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Dortmund: the price of Nico Schlotterbeck's clause revealed

After a long series concerning his future, Nico Schlotterbeck finally extended his contract at Borussia Dortmund until 2031 last week. A contract extension which makes the German international (25 caps) one of the highest paid players at the Ruhr club. However, his future could still be written far from Dortmund after this summer.

According to Sky Germanythe 26-year-old has a release clause estimated between 50 and 60 million euros. Long mentioned as a potential destination in the event of BVB’s departure, Real Madrid is notably one of the teams likely to lift this clause, after the 2026 World Cup, the German media still reports.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.