Player: Nico Schulz
- Full name: Nico Schulz
- Date of birth: 1 April 1993
- Place of birth: Berlin, Germany
- Nationality: German
- Position: Left-back / Left wing-back
- Preferred foot: Left
Club career (highlights)
- Hertha BSC (youth & early senior): Schulz progressed through Hertha BSC's youth system and made his Bundesliga debut there.
- Borussia Mönchengladbach (2015–2017): Moved to Gladbach where he established himself in the Bundesliga.
- Borussia Dortmund (2017–2019): Signed by BVB in 2017. At Dortmund he featured as an attacking full-back/wing-back, providing width and crosses, though injuries limited consistent starts. He won the DFB-Pokal with Dortmund in 2016–17 (note: he joined shortly after that cup final season; Dortmund won the 2016–17 DFB-Pokal with the squad).
- Torino / Later clubs: After Dortmund he continued his career with moves including TSG Hoffenheim (2019–2022) and later clubs; check current sources for most recent club as transfers can change status.
International career
- Represented Germany at various youth levels and made senior debut in 2018.
- Included in Germany's squad for UEFA Euro 2020 (played in the tournament held in 2021).
Playing style
- Attacking full-back with good crossing ability and pace.
- Effective as a left wing-back in formations that require overlapping runs and offensive support.
Notable facts
- Nico Schulz is the brother of Gian-Luca Schulz, also a professional footballer.
- Injuries at various points affected consistency of appearances during his spell at Borussia Dortmund.
For the latest statistics (appearances, goals, current club) consult an up-to-date sports database or the club's official site, as transfers and numbers change season to season.