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Suspended against Villarreal Schlotterbeck will miss Tuesday's Champions League opener against Villarreal, giving him more time to continue recovering from his ankle injury, according to UEFA.

Impact Schlotterbeck has resumed individual work with the ball and could partially rejoin team training within the next one to two weeks, according to coach Niko Kovac, after spending around two and a half months sidelined with a medial collateral ligament injury. This match comes too soon regardless, and the extra time works in Dortmund's favor as it continues taking a cautious approach with his gradual return to full training.

7 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Closing in on team training Schlotterbeck (ankle) has resumed individual work with the ball and could partially rejoin team training within the next one-to-two weeks, according to coach Niko Kovac. "I can't p...

Impact Schlotterbeck continues to make encouraging progress after spending around two-and-a-half months sidelined with a medial collateral ligament injury in his ankle. The center-back is currently working individually on the pitch, with his workload set to increase gradually before he rejoins his teammates. Dortmund are taking a cautious approach to avoid any setback, and there is still no firm date for his competitive return, though a return to team training within the next couple of weeks would represent a major step toward his comeback.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Recovery remains long process Schlotterbeck (ankle) gave an update on his ankle injury, describing his recovery as a lengthy process that requires taking things day by day, according to kicker.

Impact Schlotterbeck has been sidelined since the June 20 World Cup match against Ivory Coast, missing all of preseason and Dortmund's Supercup opener against Bayern Munich. Club officials had initially hoped for a return around the September international break, and while Schlotterbeck offered cautiously positive comments on his progress, he stopped short of guaranteeing that timeline. Dortmund will play four Bundesliga matches and the German Cup first round before the break arrives, leaving a tight window for the defender's return, with a comeback for the September 19 clash against Stuttgart seen as a realistic target if his recovery continues to trend well.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Schlotterbeck set to stay at Borussia Dortmund despite Real Madrid links — report German defender is expected to remain at BVB as he continues his recovery from an ankle injury

JULY 16 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Out for start of season Schlotterbeck (ankle) will miss the start of the new season due to a torn ankle ligament, according to sporting director Lars Ricken, per WAZ.

Impact Schlotterbeck has already returned to Dortmund but is currently finishing his rehabilitation at the club's training center and is not yet participating in team training. He will miss the season opening German Super Cup against Bayern Munich on Aug. 22 and the Bundesliga opener against Hamburg a week later. Dortmund hope to have him back around the first international break in late September, though that timeline will depend on how his recovery progresses. Schlotterbeck's absence marks a setback after recent cautious optimism around a potential start of season return, leaving the club without one of its most important defensive players for the time being.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

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Torn ankle ligament confirmed Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of the World Cup after an MRI scan confirmed a torn inner ligament in his left ankle suffered against Ivory Coast, with the defender expected to be...

Impact Schlotterbeck had been forced off at halftime of Saturday's match and had been one of Germany's most reliable defensive figures, even scoring in the opening game against Curacao before the injury struck. Antonio Rudiger is expected to complete the starting center-back pairing in his absence for the remainder of the tournament, with Germany losing a key piece of their defense at the worst possible time.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suspected ligament injury Schlotterbeck (ankle) is at risk of missing upcoming World Cup games as, according to Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann, "He has something wrong with his medial collateral ligament,...

Impact Schlotterbeck left Saturday's match against Ivory Coast and half time and could now be dealing with a serious problem, casting doubt over his participation in the remaining contests of the summer competition. While he's yet to undergo MRI tests, the center-back will likely be sidelined at least for the final group stage fixture versus Ecuador, for which Antonio Rudiger should complete the starting lineup. Schlotterbeck had been a constant presence in the defense before getting hurt, and he even found the net in the opening game against Curacao.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Off at halftime Schlotterbeck came off with an ankle injury at halftime during Saturday's clash with Ivory Coast.

Impact Schlotterbeck rolled his ankle inside the opening 10 minutes but was surprisingly able to carry on through the rest of the first half. At halftime though he was deemed unfit to carry on and Antonio Rudiger came on to replace him. If the injury is at all serious, this could be the end of the World Cup for Schlotterbeck.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 14 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 14 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 14 • FOX SPORTS

Soars for headed goal Schlotterbeck recorded one goal on two shots to go along with two tackles, three interceptions and five clearances in Sunday's 7-1 win over Curacao.

Impact Schlotterbeck had a great opening match despite Germany allowing a goal and losing the clean sheet to the smallest nation to ever compete in the World Cup. He would find his moment in the 38th minute, rising on a corner to score a header and regain the lead. That said, he appeared lethal on their set pieces, always the centerpiece of a corner kick, and recorded two shots via headers. He also still maintained a decent stat line on defense, highlighted by his five clearances.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Likely starter for Germany Schlotterbeck is likely to be a starting center-back for the German national team.

Impact Schlotterbeck is coming into the 2026 World Cup as a likely clear starter, set to start in the middle of the defense next to Jonathan Tah. He has previously featured at the World Cup in 2022, getting one start and a bench appearance, although he will see a much more elevated role this World Cup. Coming in on a decently strong defense will help the player in huge ways, as through the group stage, they are unlikely to concede many goals. He ended the club campaign with 11 clean sheets in his 28 league starts, holding a decent presence in the defense.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Schlotterbeck scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Friday's 3-2 victory against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Schlotterbeck found the back of the net during Friday's win, a rare goal for the center-back, who doesn't often get involved in the attack. He's been a big part of the backline now that he's back healthy, but his value will likely come defensively, as he isn't set for any sort of improved offensive role.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Frankfurt overtaken by Dortmund and watches European dreams fade

Eintracht Frankfurt’s hopes of securing European football next season have been dealt a potentially fatal blow after it gave up an early lead and lost at Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in t...

MAY 8 • Associated Press

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MAY 8 • YOUTUBE

Nico Schlotterbeck's controversial 'dream club' release clause benefits Borussia Dortmund as Germany legend talks up Real Madrid move for star defender

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Bayern warms up for Madrid by smashing Bundesliga goal record and closing in on title

Bayern Munich has warmed up for Real Madrid's visit by smashing the Bundesliga record for goals in a season and taking a major step toward yet another league title

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck ends transfer speculation and is staying at Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck has ended speculation about a possible move to Real Madrid by extending his contract with the German club until 2031

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Nico Schlotterbeck finally signs! Borussia Dortmund confirm long-term contract extension in transfer blow to Real Madrid

Borussia Dortmund have officially secured the long-term future of Nico Schlotterbeck, with the defender putting pen to paper on a bumper new...

APRIL 10 • goal

Nico Schlotterbeck finally signs! Borussia Dortmund confirm long-term contract extension in transfer blow to Real Madrid

It's World Cup audition time in the Bundesliga as Bayern nears the title

It’s crunch time for a host of Bundesliga players with ambitions of playing at the World Cup

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Dortmund appoints second-division dealmaker as sporting director to 'shape the future'

Borussia Dortmund has dipped into the German second division to appoint a new sporting director who won praise for making impactful transfers on a budget

MARCH 23 • Associated Press

Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl leaves as part of major shakeup in trophyless season

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl is leaving the team with immediate effect as the club undergoes a major shakeup after what will be a trophyless season

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

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