Vedad Ibisevic joins FC Schalke 04

“Vedad is a real boost to our squad. He is an experienced goalscorer, who is still hungry to play in every Bundesliga game,” said Head of Sport Jochen Schneider. “Vedad impressed us with his attitude during our conversations. He still wants to play football at the highest level and everybody knows his qualities. We are looking forward to working together.”

Ibisevic is also excited for his new challenge: “Schalke 04 is a really cool club, so I didn’t have to think twice about joining. I am highly motivated and I want to be successful with the team. I want to play my part with my experience and qualities.”

The striker has previously played for Alemannia Aachen, TSG Hoffenheim, VFB Stuttgart and most recently Hertha BSC in Germany. He has scored 127 goals and registered 52 assists in 340 Bundesliga games, and also won 83 caps for Bosnia and Herzegovina.