Latest News About Playmobil Nico Schlotterbeck

Here’s what I found about Playmobil and Nico Schlotterbeck up to now.

Core answer

• Playmobil released a Nico Schlotterbeck figure as part of their DFB collection in early 2026, with the Nico Schlotterbeck figure (72259) included in the lineup ahead of the 2026 World Cup. This aligns with their broader plan to feature German national team players in Playmobil form for the 2026 season. [Source: Playmobil press release and product listings in March/April 2026][1][2]

Background and context

• The DFB collection expanded to include multiple national team players and coach Julian Nagelsmann, aiming to bring football fans closer to the sport through Playmobil sets, with availability starting April 1, 2026 in the Playmobil webshop and later in stores. Nico Schlotterbeck is listed among the individual figures in this lineup.[1]
• Playmobil’s strategy around football products in 2026 focuses on integrating football into the brand experience, emphasizing “Deine Welt. Dein Stadion.” to engage kids, families, and collectors around the World Cup year.[1]

Related developments

• There has been broader industry news about Playmobil’s manufacturing footprint and brand strategy around 2026, including discussions about production changes in Germany, but these do not pertain specifically to Nico Schlotterbeck figures themselves. If you’re curious about manufacturing or corporate strategy, I can summarize those separately.[3]

How to get the Nico Schlotterbeck figure

• The Nico Schlotterbeck figure (72259) is advertised at a suggested retail price around 4.99 EUR and is part of the DFB collection, with other players and coaches also available in the same line. Availability began in April 2026 via the Playmobil webshop and expanded to retailers subsequently.[2][1]

If you’d like, I can pull the latest retailer listings or show a quick comparison of the Nico Schlotterbeck figure with other DFB figures (e.g., Kai Havertz, Jamal Musiala) in terms of price and release timing. I can also provide a shelf-ready summary for your Valletta location if you’re planning a purchase or gift.