Team

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Schalke complete Nikola Katic signing

FC Schalke 04 have signed defender Nikola Katic, with the Bosnia international committing to the club until 30th June 2028. The 28-year-old most recently played for Plymouth Argyle in the English Championship, working under now S04 head coach Miron Muslic since February 2025.

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Johannes Siebeking signs first professional contract

Schalke have retained the services of goalkeeping prospect Johannes Siebeking as the 19-year-old puts pen to paper on a deal running until 30th June 2029. The two-footed keeper will regularly train with the senior side, while also gaining match practice with the U23s. Siebeking completes the cohort of first-team goalkeepers alongside Loris Karius, Justin Heekeren and Luca Podlech, with the latter also having come through the Knappenschmiede. Former Schalke player Volkan Ünlü will oversee goalkeeper training from this summer, having been promoted from the Royal Blues’ U19 team.

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Two Schalke players to undergo operations

Following consultations regarding the best possible treatment methods for each, Kenan Karaman and Tomas Kalas will both undergo knee surgery. The two operations will be performed in due course.

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Kenan Karaman suffers knee injury

FC Schalke 04 will be without captain Kenan Karaman for the time being. The club’s medical department have diagnosed a meniscus injury in his left knee using an imaging procedure.

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‎Lino Tempelmann joins Eintracht Braunschweig on a permanent basis

After spending the last six months on loan at Eintracht Braunschweig, Lino Tempelmann has moved to the Lions on a permanent basis. FC Schalke 04 and Eintracht Braunschweig have agreed on a transfer fee and possible additional future payments. The details of the transfer will remain undisclosed.

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Schalke 04 sign Soufiane El-Faouzi

FC Schalke 04 have completed the transfer of Soufiane El-Faouzi. The hard-working midfielder has agreed a contract valid until 30th June 2029. El-Faouzi played 36 times for Alemannia Aachen in the 3. Liga last season, scoring three goals and recording seven assists. Both clubs have agreed that the details of the transfer will remain undisclosed.

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Paul Seguin moves to Hertha BSC

With a year left on his contract at FC Schalke 04, midfielder Paul Seguin has signed for Hertha BSC. The Royal Blues have received a transfer fee from the side from the capital. Exact details of the transfer will remain undisclosed.

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Steve Noode returns to FC Schalke 04

Defender Steve Noode has returned early from his loan at SCR Altach. The Cameroonian defender spent six months at the Austrian side, playing three Bundesliga games and 11 matches for their reserves.

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Schalke secure new additions to the coaching team

New head coach Miron Muslic will be joined by assistants Eddie Lattimore and Adin Osmanbasic, as well as goalkeeper coach Volkan Ünlü for the 2025/26 season.

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Loris Karius extends his contract until 2027

FC Schalke 04 have agreed on a contract extension with goalkeeper Loris Karius after his current deal was set to expire this summer. The 31-year-old has signed a new deal which will run until 30th June 2027 and will now wear the number 1 shirt.

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Emmanuel Gyamfi departs for Aberdeen

Emmanuel Gyamfi is set for a new challenge in the Scottish Premiership, securing a move to top-flight club Aberdeen following a successful loan spell at partner club VVV-Venlo.

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Miron Muslic appointed as FC Schalke 04’s new head coach

FC Schalke 04 have made a key decision for the club’s future, appointing Miron Muslic as their new head coach following an extensive and carefully considered selection process. The 42-year-old arrives from English Championship club Plymouth Argyle. Both clubs have agreed not to disclose the details of the transfer. Muslic, an Austrian national, has signed a contract with the Royal Blues running until 30th June 2027.