Liverpool on red alert as transfer target 'refusing to sign new contract'

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Liverpool is on red alert as Nico Schlotterbeck declines to renew his contract with Borussia Dortmund. With his own contract set to expire next summer, Guehi will be free to sign a pre-contract with an overseas club when the January transfer window opens.

Schlotterbeck, 25, presents an alternative option for the Reds after three and a half standout seasons in Dortmund. Liverpool's chances have now been given a lift, as the Germany international is reportedly refusing to extend his contract, which runs out in 2027.

When quizzed about Schlotterbeck, Dortmund CEO Lars Ricken stated: "We will not rush into anything. But of course, we don't want to drag it out indefinitely, everyone is aware of that." Schlotterbeck himself spoke after a defeat to Bayern, saying: "I still have over a year and a half left on my contract.