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Schlotterbeck leaves Germany camp as Anton set for national team return

Nico Schlotterbeck has been ruled out of Germany's upcoming games against Serbia and Greece while Waldemar Anton returns.

By Sachin Bhat · BVB Buzz

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 5:12 AM

Key Things to Know

Nico Schlotterbeck left Germany's camp with ankle ligament damage while Waldemar Anton returns to the squad.
Schlotterbeck will miss Germany's Nations League games against Serbia and Greece.
The injury creates doubts over Schlotterbeck's fitness for Borussia Dortmund's match against Werder Bremen on October 9.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Nico Schlotterbeck has left the Germany national team camp and returned to Borussia Dortmund after suffering ankle ligament damage during training. The 26-year-old defender, who was reportedly set to captain the side against Serbia, will miss the upcoming Nations League matches against Serbia and Greece. The setback also puts his availability in doubt for Dortmund's Bundesliga clash against Werder Bremen on October 9.

Meanwhile, fellow Dortmund defender Waldemar Anton is set to return to the national team lineup. Called up by manager Jurgen Klopp for the fixtures against Serbia and Greece, Anton is expected to start at center-back alongside Newcastle United's Malick Thiaw.

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