NICO SCHLOTTERBECK NEWS

Assists in home win Schlotterbeck assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Tuesday's 7-1 victory against Celtic.

Impact Schlotterbeck created Sehrou Guirassy's goal in the 66th minute with his first assist in the season. The centerback also helped on defense, leading Dortmund in clearances (three). That was his sixth start in the campaign.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Schlotterbeck has cleared his suspension after sitting out Friday's 4-2 win against Heidenheim.

Impact Schlotterbeck is back as an option for the yellow and black, as he is no longer suspended and is eligible to face Stuttgart on Sunday in their next Bundesliga match. He should return to the starting XI immediately, as he is clearly one of their better central defenders and has s solid impact on both sides of the ball.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Shown two yellow cards Schlotterbeck was sent off in the second half of Saturday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Schlotterbeck was shown his second yellow card of the match in the 73rd minute forcing Dortmund down to ten men. The defender will miss Dortmund's next match against Heidenheim through suspension.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly ever-present in 2023-24 Schlotterbeck recorded 43 starts and 45 appearances between the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League during the 2023/24 season, racking up two goals, three assists, 96 tackles...

Impact Schlotterbeck started in all but two of his 45 appearances throughout a campaign that saw Dortmund finish as runner-ups in the UEFA Champions League, and he often formed a stellar pairing at center-back regardless of whether he was playing alongside Mats Hummels or Niklas Sule. Schlotterbeck will represent Germany in the 2024 Euros as well.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Clever assist in UCL semifinal Schlotterbeck assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact During the game's 35th minute, Schlotterbeck was behind the pitch's halfway line when it looked like he was going to pass a ball back to his goalkeeper. Instead, the center-back successfully put forward a long ball to Niclas Fullkrug, who made sure his defender teammate's exquisite pass did not go to waste. The assist marks Schlotterbeck's second during Champions League action this season and second across his last five games in all league-based appearances.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Key defensive performance Schlotterbeck (suspension) registered four tackles (three won), one clearance and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Schlotterbeck was central to the success of the Broussia Dortmund defensive effort Saturday in their 2-1 victory over Werder Bremen. Schlotterbeck has started in every Bundesliga match for Dortmund this season (24 matches). He has scored twice and contributed to six clean sheet efforts in those matches. Scholotterbeck will miss Dortmund's midweek UCL match versus PSV due to suspension.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Schlotterbeck scored once from two shots (one on target) and created one chance in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Schlotterbeck scored his second of the season when he headed in Marco Reus' header. The centre-back also won three of his four tackles and made two clearances and has appeared in all but one game this season.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal against Bochum Schlotterbeck had two shots on goal, made four tackles (two won), three clearances and one interception and drew three fouls, but scored an own goal during Sunday's 3-1 win over Bo...

Impact Schlotterbeck was once again solid at the heart of the defense, but, unfortunately for him and for Dortmund, his biggest highlight of the game ended up being a very unfortunate play where he sent the ball into his own net to draw things level at 1-1 just before halftime. With five shots and 23 clearances over his last five league starts, the center-back will hope to have the chance to play and bounce back during Friday's visit to Heidenheim.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Saturday Schlotterbeck (strain) is in the starting lineup to face RB Leipzig on Saturday.

Impact The center-back was forced off with a muscular injury last weekend against Bayer Leverkusen, but the injury wasn't severe, and he will remain in the starting lineup alongside Mats Hummels at center-back. Schlotterbeck has been a regular starter for Dortmund this season and has been in the XI in every game he's been available for between the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League. He has racked up 14 clearances, nine tackles and five interceptions across his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with muscle injury Schlotterbeck was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Leverkusen with a muscle injury.

Impact Schlotterbeck was forced off in the 64th minute after succumbing to the injury and being replaced by Antonios Papadopoulos. More information about Schlotterbeck's extent of injury should be available in either the buildup to mid week DFB Pokal action or Sunday's match against Leipzig.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Leverkusen Schlotterbeck (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's matchup against Leverkusen.

Impact The central defender came off against AC Milan in the UEFA Champions League, but he recovered in time to play here. He'll partner next to Mats Hummels at center-back in a tough matchup against one of the most in-form teams in Europe.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off in second half Schlotterbeck was forced off with a potential injury during the second half of Friday's clash with Milan.

Impact Schlotterbeck came off early in the second half despite getting the start. It's unclear if it was due to injury or perhaps fatigue in his first match back. Whatever the cause Salih Ozcan came on to replace him, a somewhat surprising move considering Ozcan isn't much of a central defender.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Schlotterbeck (illness) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's UCL clash with AC Milan.

Impact Schlotterbeck was able to recover from a minor injury and is starting Tuesday. He's started all five matches in the UCL this season, totaling an assist with 15 clearances at center back for the team.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Encounters undisclosed injury Schlotterbeck trained individually on Monday ahead of Tuesday's match against Milan but is still expected to play, according to manager Edin Terzic. "Nico Schlotterbeck will train...

Impact Schlotterbeck's loss could make a huge gap in the defense if he is not fit to go on Tuesday, seeing Niklas Sule is already out ill, and Dortmund doesn't have too many reinforcements in the middle of the defense. Luckily for the club, Schlotterbeck is still expected to play; if he does, he should be a sure starter. The player will still have to undergo testing before the match to ensure he is fit, but he should be a sight in the defense against Milan.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rare assist Schlotterbeck assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Newcastle United.

Impact Schlotterbeck got on the scoresheet with his second goal contribution in his last three matches, setting up Felix Nmecha for the only goal Wednesday. It's another clean sheet as well for Schlotterbeck, who has now kept three in his last four matches and four total in all competitions. Schlotterbeck has been the constant in this defense, with Niklas Sule and Mats Hummels rotating as his defensive partner.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Smashes home first of the season Schlotterbeck scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Union Berlin.

Impact Schlotterbeck scored a screamer from outside the box for his first goal of this campaign. The defender is a rock in defense for Dortmund and is relied on heavily to initiate attacks from the back.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues major role Schlotterbeck has started and played 90 minutes in every match he has been available for.

Impact Schlotterbeck continues to be one of the most consistent players in the starting XI. The center-back is the first name on the team sheet and takes a major role in every match in all competitions. Schlotterbeck has made 18 clearances and 10 tackles in all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharing workload Schlotterbeck has started two of Dortmund's three matches to open the season, sharing the starts with Niklas Sule and Mats Hummels.

Impact Schlotterbeck was an unused substitute in the season opener after coming back from a pre-season muscular injury. With the Champions League getting ready to kick off Sept. 19 versus PSG, Schlotterbeck may have to continue sharing the central defensive spot with both Sule and Hummels.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in Pokal match Schlotterbeck (strain) went 61 minutes versus Schott Mainz on Saturday, registering two tackles and one block.

Impact Schlotterbeck came off the bench in Saturday's Pokal clash but could be in line for a spot in the starting XI after Niklas Sule was forced off due to injury. If Sule can't play in the Bundesliga opener against Koln on Saturday, Schlotterbeck should be in contention to start now that his own injuries concerns are behind him.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in team training Schlotterbeck (strain) was active in team training Tuesday, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Schlotterbeck returned to full team training Tuesday after an injury while on tour with Las Vegas saw him return to Dortmund. The defender has more than a week before the Bundesliga opener and is expected to start the season in the starting XI alongside Niklas Sule.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Germany Schlotterbeck suffered a strain during the team's preseason camp in Las Vegas and will be heading back to Germany for treatment.

Impact Schlotterbeck will look to be ready for the start of the season, though the severity of his injury is still unknown, He fell out of favor during the last two months of the season due to injuries and will have to work extra harder if wants to keep his starting center back role over Mats Hummels and Niklas Sule.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter in most of 2022/23 Schlotterbeck recorded four goals, five assists, 18 shots, 68 clearances, 59 tackles and 32 interceptions across 28 appearances (27 starts) during the 2022/23 season.

Impact Schlotterbeck started every Bundesliga match for Dortmund until April 1, but then he missed six of the club's last eight contests, tallying just one start in that span. Even if Dortmund lost the title in the season's final week and despite the injury that affected him in the last matches, Schlotterbeck had an excellent year and should be a regular starter during the 2023/24 campaign as well.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Schlotterbeck assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Schlotterbeck made his return, coming off the bench for just a single minute. The big center-back got on the scoresheet during that cameo, earning his fifth Bundesliga assist. It's been an incredible debut in Dortmund for Schlotterbeck with four goals and five assists and a lead in the title race heading into the final matchday.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Schlotterbeck is fit and in the match day squad to face Wolfsburg on Sunday.

Impact Schlotterbeck returns from a thigh injury in time to take up a role in Sunday's squad. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chance for return Schlotterbeck (thigh) has a chance to return before a Sunday clash with Wolfsburg, manager Edin Terzic announced.

Impact Schlotterbeck re-aggravated a thigh injury but was able to train throughout the week and now has a chance to return Sunday. If he's unable to do so it would be Niklas Sule and Mats Hummels forming a partnership in central defense once more.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE