The Spanish club is looking for a replacement for Inigo Martinez.
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Following the departure of Spanish defender Iñigo Martinez from Barcelona and his choice to sign with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, Barcelona’s backline is severely lacking the experience that German coach Hansi Flick can build his defensive system upon.
Although Barcelona already has a number of young players performing well, the club’s management realized they needed to recapture the same profile as Iñigo in their defense.
According to some press reports, Barcelona has set its sights on signing Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck, who has been performing well for the Yellow Locusts and can play both at centre-back and left-back, which would be a great addition to his profile.
🚨 BREAKING: #FCBarcelona IS MONITORING Nico Schlotterbeck. The German defender VIEWS the possibility of JOINING #Barça VERY FAVORABLY. [@sport] 🥈🇩🇪 pic.twitter.com/8xiq5AedEj
— infosfcb (@infosfcb) October 4, 2025
A significant decision is brewing for German defender Nico Schlotterbeck. According to reports emerging from his home country, the Borussia Dortmund player has chosen to delay all discussions regarding a contract extension with his current club.
While his existing agreement secures his services until 2027, this strategic pause has opened the door for him to carefully consider proposals from potential new suitors. Currently, the most serious and compelling interest is emanating from the iconic Spanish giants, FC Barcelona.
Barça are closely monitoring left-footed centre-backs ahead of next summer, with Nico Schlotterbeck emerging as a key target. @sportpic.twitter.com/qbOKveuc0h
– Barcacentre (@barcacentre) October 4, 2025
This developing situation places Borussia Dortmund in a potentially delicate negotiating position. Although the player’s market valuation is estimated at a robust €40 million, the ticking clock on his contract could dramatically alter the financial landscape. Should he enter the final year of his deal without renewing, his transfer price is widely expected to plummet, making a potential move far more accessible for an admiring club like Barcelona.
