Nico Schlotterbeck has insisted the Bundesliga title race was "back on" after Borussia Dortmund edged past FC Heidenheim 3-2 in a dramatic win at Signal Iduna Park, cutting the gap to leaders Bayern Munich to six points.
Nico Schlotterbeck cut a frustrated figure on Tuesday night as Borussia Dortmund crashed out of the DFB-Pokal with a 1-0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen in the Round of 16.
Borussia Dortmund have been handed a major defensive boost ahead of their UEFA Champions League clash with Manchester City, as Nico Schlotterbeck and Niklas Sule are both expected to return to the squad.
Borussia Dortmund are preparing for a potential defensive overhaul, with Chelsea's Axel Disasi emerging as a key target amid growing doubts over Nico Schlotterbeck's long-term future at the club.
Chelsea, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are reportedly monitoring the contract renewal situation of Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck this season.
Borussia Dortmund's defensive gem, Nico Schlotterbeck, has emerged as a coveted target for Arsenal in the Premier League, according to The Athletic.