Matthias Sammer emphasized on Monday that he was very confident about a new working paper. The player feels connected to BVB and will receive a higher salary and the chance to win the captain’s armband.

But for Schlotterbeck these were not the most important criteria. Above all, he wanted the prospect of titles and further development in terms of sport. And this is exactly where there were question marks after the last few weeks.

Schlotterbeck becomes BVB’s top earner and receives a €60 million release clause

The new contract should be valid until summer 2031. Of course, Schlotterbeck will also get a raise and will advance into new spheres. With possible bonus payments, the national player could earn up to 14 million euros gross per year in the future – an increase of up to 8.5 million euros. This would make the central defender by far the top earner at BVB.

The Exit clause that was recently agreed uponshould be valid from summer 2027 and be in the range of 60 million euros. It doesn’t sound like much at first, but it’s a compromise that BVB had to accept. Because Schlotterbeck was courted, you have the guarantee that he will stay for at least another year. In addition, there is no risk of the player suddenly entering the last year of his contract.

After the international break, final details should be clarified

This also means: If BVB develops well in the new season, then there is a chance of staying beyond 2027. If not, then the player has his exit option and the Dortmund team will get a lot of money. After International match phase The final details should be clarified with new sports director Ole Book.