Bayern Munich's Plan B if they fail to sign Schlotterbeck

Nacho Estrella Dominguez-Mompell | 11 Oct 2025 | 14.00

Nico Schlotterbeck, central defender of Borussia Dortmund

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Bayern Munich urgently reviews its defense. The possible departure of Dayot Upamecano opens a gap that the Bavarian entity intends to fill with heavyweight names like Nico Schlotterbeck or Zeno Debast.

Nico Schlotterbeck, top choice for Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich is closely monitoring Nico Schlotterbeck, a German center-back from Borussia Dortmund. His contract expires in 2027, but negotiations for an extension are not progressing at the desired pace.

Reports indicate that Dortmund has offered to extend the contract until 2030 with salary improvements, but Schlotterbeck is reluctant to commit without guarantees.

Bayern believes his profile fits: solid defensively, good ball handling, versatility, and youth. His signing could be the strategic move to strengthen the Munich rearguard.

The Upamecano factor and defensive adjustment

With Upamecano, whose final months at the club are yet to be defined, Bayern needs a medium-term plan. Schlotterbeck emerges as a candidate to assume high defensive responsibilities.

The pressure is greater if Upamecano does not renew or decides to seek another destination. In that scenario, Bayern cannot afford to be without internal alternatives.

Zeno Debast as an option to strengthen the Bavarian defense

In parallel, Bayern Munich is also keeping an eye on Zeno Debast, a young Belgian center-back playing for Sporting Lisbon. His potential and youth are in his favor.

Debast signed with Sporting until 2029 and is gaining recognition through standout performances in the Primeira Liga.

The Portuguese club paid around 15.5 million euros for his transfer, with a 15% sell-on clause to Anderlecht.

Scenarios and key decisions for Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich faces a critical decision: bolstering its defense with a current profile like Schlotterbeck or betting on a future prospect like Debast.

If Dortmund agrees to loan Schlotterbeck, Bayern could make a strong move in the next transfer market, potentially doubling previous offers.

On the other hand, Debast requires less immediate cost, shows great potential, and entices with his youth as a secure investment.

The choice will set the defensive course for the Bavarian club in the coming seasons. In any case, Bayern Munich aims to take a firm step now to avoid being overwhelmed later on.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El plan B del Bayern de Múnich si no consigue fichar a Schlotterbeck

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