The competition to secure Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck as a replacement for Virgil van Dijk at Liverpool has intensified with interest from Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Barcelona, according to reports.
Van Dijk’s uncertain future at Liverpool has led to speculation about a potential move to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal as his contract nears its end.
While Liverpool is keen on retaining Van Dijk, they are also exploring alternatives like Schlotterbeck as they prepare for the possibility of his departure.
Dortmund’s struggles in the Bundesliga could open the door for Liverpool to make a move for Schlotterbeck, but other clubs are also monitoring the situation, as per a report by BILD.
Premier League clubs like Arsenal and Newcastle United, as well as La Liga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona, are showing interest in Schlotterbeck, with Dortmund aiming to secure his future by potentially making him the next team captain.
However, Dortmund’s struggles in the Bundesliga and their unlikely Champions League qualification could lead to player departures, prompting interest from clubs across Europe in Schlotterbeck.
As Schlotterbeck approaches the final years of his contract, the decision on his future rests with him, with clubs preparing to make offers if he decides to seek a new challenge.