Real Madrid target Nico Schlotterbeck as centre-back plans take shape amid expiring deals

Nico Schlotterbeck
February 2026

Real Madrid are reported to be lining up a summer move for Nico Schlotterbeck as they plan for possible exits and recurring centre-back injuries, with Barcelona also monitoring the defender. With Alaba and Rüdiger nearing contract expiry and Madrid managing repeated defensive injuries, the club is assessing reinforcements; Schlotterbeck is valued around €50m and under contract at Dortmund to 2027.