Reporter: Liverpool is interested in Borussia Dortmund central defender Schloterbeck and has contacted the player team

On October 12, Liverpool reporter DaveOCKOP exclusively reported that Liverpool has contacted Dortmund central defender Schlotterback.

Young central defender Leoni previously suffered a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, and the discussion about whether Liverpool needs to strengthen its defense has always been hot. The young central defender has been confirmed to be out for the season, and the outside world is increasingly speculating whether Liverpool will strengthen its defense in the winter window to deal with this setback. Obviously, for Slott's Liverpool, the regret of not being able to sign Gueye on this summer's transfer deadline has become increasingly prominent. The Crystal Palace defender is currently being closely watched by Real Madrid and Bayern, both of which are interested in signing him on a free transfer. This means that unlike the situation this summer, Liverpool can no longer sign Guei without competition.

Therefore, Liverpool's scouting team is investigating potential replacement candidates, and Schlotterbeck is one of them. Liverpool have held talks with the German defender's representatives and the communication is progressing positively. The Dortmund defender can complete propulsive passes in the backcourt and is extremely tough on the defensive end. He is the perfect template for a modern central defender.

In 2023, Schlotterbeck transferred from Freiburg to Dortmund for a worth of 30 million euros and grew into one of the most comprehensive central defenders in Europe. So far, he has played more than 100 times for Dortmund. Since making his debut for the German team in March 2024, he has also played 20 times for the national team.

Schlotterbeck's current contract will expire in June 2027. Currently, negotiations between Liverpool and relevant parties are still in the early stages, and the club is still evaluating multiple suitable new central defender candidates.