Overview
- Sky reports a Monday meeting between agent Björn Etzel and BVB leaders Sebastian Kehl and Lars Ricken created momentum, but no agreement has been reached.
- Reports suggest any extension could significantly raise Schlotterbeck’s salary and include a possible €60m release clause from 2027, though these terms remain unconfirmed.
- The recent extension of Felix Nmecha is cited as a key signal influencing Schlotterbeck’s stance, with reports saying he also welcomes a broader squad reset.
- Goal/AFP notes BVB plans a stronger emphasis on youth development, yet 18-year-old Nick Cherny is reported to prefer not renewing due to limited opportunities.
- Niko Kovac said his meeting with Eintracht’s Markus Krösche was private and urged full focus for the final eight Bundesliga matches, including Saturday’s game against Hamburger SV.