Liverpool in the race to sign Nico Schlotterbeck

"Pete O'Rourke revealed: Liverpool will be definitely in that race to try and sign him and bring him to England if they can. A top player like that, you might be able to get him for a cut-price fee next summer, especially if he's going into the final year of his contract with Dortmund without any agreement on an extension. They might be able to get him for a lot lower fee than you would normally expect for a current Germany international as well."

"It is no secret that Liverpool need to improve defensively. It has been a major weakness for them this season. They need to tighten up at the back if they are serious about fighting for major trophies. They have let in 17 goals in 11 league games this season. Signing a quality defender could make a big difference for them. Schlotterbeck has shown his quality in Germany, and he has the ability to succeed in the Premier League as well."

Liverpool are interested in signing Borussia Dortmund centre-back Nico Schlotterbeck, who will be out of contract at the end of the season and is linked with multiple clubs. His contract situation could allow a reduced fee next summer or a free transfer via a January pre-contract. Liverpool have conceded 17 goals in 11 league games and require defensive reinforcements to challenge for major trophies. Ibrahima Konate will also be out of contract, creating a replacement need. Other clubs are interested, so Liverpool would need to move quickly to secure his signature or pay a nominal January fee.

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