FC Schalke 04 and Sebastian Rudy go separate ways

„After the eventful Monday, we spoke again at length and are now very happy that we were able to agree on a solution for both parties that significantly eases the club financially. Meanwhile, Sebastian now has the chance of a new start at another club. We wish him all the best for his personal and sporting future,“ said sporting director Rouven Schröder.

The 31-year-old, who joined in summer 2018 from Bayern Munich, played one whole season in Gelsenkirchen, spending the other two campaigns at Hoffenheim. The 29-time Germany international made 30 appearances for the Royal Blues.