The tragic downfall of Schalke 04
Here's the story of how one of the biggest clubs in Germany face relegation to an amateur league and potentially even ceasing to exist.
Real Madrid legend Raul’s agent reveals world record offer from Premier League giants – but he ‘didn’t consider’ it
REAL MADRID legend Raul once received a world record offer to join Chelsea – but “didn't consider it” as he opted to stay in Spain.
Raul, 46, is a...
How Borussia Dortmund ensured TWELVE Bundesliga teams qualified for Europe in unprecedented turn of events
GERMANY are hoping to bag an extra Champions League spot ahead of England next season, giving them five teams in the competition.
But even if...
Alexander Nubel signs new Bayern Munich deal and extends Stuttgart loan
Alexander Nubel has signed a new long-term contract with Bayern Munich and has agreed to stay on loan at Stuttgart for the next two years. The...
On This Day (12 April 2008): Collins the Sunderland survivor earns praise from Roy Keane!
Photo by Anthony Devlin - PA Images/PA Images via Getty ImagesThe gaffer highlighted Danny Collins as an example of responding in the right way to...
Newcastle to compete with Euro giants for 17-year-old midfield prodigy
Newcastle United are reportedly keeping tabs on the Schalke 04 midfielder Assan Ouedraogo. The 17-year-old has been a key player for Schalke in the...
Atalanta Barge into the Race for Long-Time Milan Target
Milan aren’t the only Italian sides chasing after starlet Assan Ouédraogo, as Atalanta have reportedly laid a lot of groundwork to sign him as...
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MANY sons of former Celtic stars have followed in their father’s footsteps by becoming a professional footballer – including Jordan Larsson....
Newcastle United in transfer tussle to sign Assan Ouedraogo
Newcastle United are looking to battle it out with multiple top clubs for the services of 17-year-old FC Schalke sensation Assan Ouedraogo.
The...
Sky Germany: ‘Decision is imminent’ – what filters on Milan target Ouedraogo
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan should soon find out if they have won the race to sign Assan Ouedraogo from Schalke 04, at least according to a report...
Newcastle United In Mix For Germany U17 Talent Wanted By Bayern Munich
Newcastle United are considering snapping up Schalke’s 17-year-old midfielder Assan Ouedraogo in the next summer transfer window.
The post...
Newcastle United ‘hot’ for signing – Magpies can play transfer vulture if club relegated
Newcastle United have become the latest club to join the race to sign Schalke's Assan Ouédraogo. The 17-year-old graduated from the second division...
Liverpool and Man Utd in race to sign exciting star in bargain £17m deal this summer - report
Manchester United and Liverpool have been linked with a move for the Schalke midfielder Assan Ouedraogo, according to GOAL.
The post Liverpool and...
Omar Mascarell Copa final exclusive: Mallorca hopes; combating Athletic Bilbao; stopping Williams brothers
Omar Mascarell (31) is one of the mainstays in Mallorca's midfield. The Spaniard was previously in the youth academy at Real Madrid and made his...
CM: Milan could sign both Monaco and Schalke stars to complete midfield
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan will make at least one signing for the midfield department in the summer, a report claims, and there is even the...
Assan Ouedraogo: Schalke's wonderkid midfielder wanted by Man Utd, Chelsea, Liverpool & Bayern Munich
Schalke's 17-year-old wonderkid Assan Ouedraogo is reportedly being chased by Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool and Bayern Munich having been...
Milan Continue to Be Interested in Schalke 04 Starlet
Milan pursued Assan Ouédraogo in the past and are ready to rekindle their interest now that his release clause will come into effect, which wasn’t...
Forgotten former Man Utd manager ‘on list to take charge of Bayern Munich’ as club warned against ‘hothead’ De Zerbi
BAYERN MUNICH have been warned against appointing Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager.
And the German giants could instead make a move for...
Report: AC Milan step up interest in coveted Schalke starlet
Italian report claims that AC Milan are stepping up their pursuit of Schalke's Assan Ouedraogo.
CM: Milan make fresh contact for Schalke youngster as interest builds
By: Euan Burns
AC Milan have made fresh contact for Schalke 04 midfielder Assan Ouedraogo as he is attracting interest from many of Europe’s top...
Man Utd icon Ruud van Nistelrooy ‘lined up for return to management with European giants' after nearly a YEAR unemployed
RUUD VAN NISTELROOY could be set for a return to management, according to reports.
The Dutchman has been out of work since leaving PSV...
Man Utd icon Ruud van Nistelrooy ‘lined up for return to management with European giants’ after nearly a YEAR unemployed
RUUD VAN NISTELROOY could be set for a return to management, according to reports.
The Dutchman has been out of work since leaving PSV...
Euro 2024 CONFIRMED groups: England paired with Denmark, Germany play Scotland while Wales could face France
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England will...
Cristiano Ronaldo sends special message to Mesut Özil
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Cristiano Ronaldo is 39-years old, but...
Euro 2024 explained IN FULL: Dates, fixture schedule, UK kick-off times, stadiums and groups for showpiece tournament in Germany
Euro 2024 is fast approaching as Germany prepare to host the 17th edition of the UEFA European Championship.
Because Euro 2020 was delayed and the...
Fears football hooligan ‘ultras’ who arrange brawls on dark web will spark chaos at Euros & target England fans in pubs
FOOTBALL fans heading to Germany for Euro 24 this summer face a resurgence in far right neo-Nazi hooligans who have been overwhelming the police...
VfB Stuttgart sporting director confirms the club wants to keep Alexander Nübel at the club
Photo by Rene Nijhuis/MB Media/Getty ImagesWill Bayern finally let Alexander Nübel go and spread his wings? While many discuss the contract...
Real Madrid's Bold New Kits for the 2024-2025 Season
Brown is in the works... Real Madrid is set to make a splash with their kits for the 2024 - 2025 season. While the classic all-white home kit...
Bayer Leverkusen vs Wolfsburg prediction, odds and betting tips
Bayer Leverkusen will be looking to take another step closer to the Bundesliga title by beating Wolfsburg this weekend.
Best betting offer for...
Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich teammate Leon Goretzka spotted with European rivals’ shirt on punching bag
Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka appears to be a hater of Paris Saint-Germain after their jersey was spotted on a punching bag in his gym.
The...
Journalist shares the latest on Liverpool pursuit of German midfield prodigy
Liverpool have been linked with a move for the Schalke midfielder Assan Ouedraogo. The 17-year-old is highly rated in German football and he has a...
When is Serbia v England? Date, UK kick-off time and how to follow as Three Lions begin quest for Euro glory in Germany
England will get their Euro 2024 campaign up and running against Serbia on the third day of the tournament this summer.
The Three Lions enter the...
I’m Jurgen Klopp’s first-ever Liverpool transfer now plotting England’s demise at Euro 2024
When England open their Euros tournament this summer, a couple of Liverpool players will be reunited with an old friend.
England kickstart Euro...
Burnley man in tears after weekend game – ‘Became emotional and cried’ in front of fans, tough time for club
Clearly not part of Vincent Kompany's plans at Burnley, Darko Churlinov was sent to Schalke 04 on loan for the rest of the season. The 23-year-old...
‘Right of first refusal' to sign Liverpool player revealed – Financial possibilities of deal still being considered
Never able to establish himself at Liverpool, Sepp van den Berg has spent a lot of his time with the Reds out on various loans. It started in 2021...
Rabbi Matondo on the Rangers team-mate who’d be truck driver if he wasn’t a footballer – and reveals career change plan
FOOTBALLERS have gone into many different careers after hanging up their boots.
Long gone are the days of picking up a shift as a PE teacher or...
England fixtures at Euro 2024: Dates, UK kick-off times and potential route to the final in Berlin as tournament approaches
England know the challenge that awaits them at Euro 2024 if they want to become champions of Europe this summer.
Gareth Southgate‘s side have been...
Expert insight into Andre Breitenreiter and what Huddersfield Town supporters can expect
Former Schalke and FC Zurich boss Andre Breitenreiter will be unveiled to the media as Huddersfield Town's new head coach later this week
“I feel very good” – Player delighted with decision to leave Burnley in January, getting better ‘every week’
Signed on loan with an option to buy from Burnley, Darko Churlinov is finding himself once again at Schalke 04, revealing as much to WAZ. He...
Jurgen Klopp gives seal of approval to ‘stand-out’ replacement as Liverpool boss after shock quit announcement
JURGEN KLOPP has appeared to give his seal of approval to “incredible” Xabi Alonso to replace him at Liverpool.
The German will be stepping down...
Huddersfield Town appoint ex-Schalke and Hoffenheim boss as new head coach
Championship strugglers Huddersfield Town have appointed former Schalke and FC Zurich boss Andre Breitenreiter as their new head coach
Huddersfield appoint former Schalke and FC Zurich boss Andre Breitenreiter as new head coach... with the German, 50, to take charge after Saturday's game against Hull
Breitenreiter, who guided Zurich to the Swiss Super League title in 2022, will join the Terriers from February 19, after completing visa requirements.
Championship club Huddersfield Town appoint former Hannover, Schalke, Hoffenheim and FC Zurich boss Andre Breitenreiter as new head coach
HUDDERSFIELD TOWN have appointed André Breitenreiter as their new head coach.
Fans say Mesut Ozil unrecognisable after undergoing amazing body transformation as Arsenal legend teases shock comeback
MESUT OZIL has hinted at a return to football after posting a training video to Instagram where fans say he looks unrecognisable.
The...
CM: Milan preparing attempt to sign Schalke starlet but face competition
By: Oliver Fisher
AC Milan were first linked with Assan Ouédraogo some time ago now, but he remains a transfer target for them in view of the...
Milan Enter Key Stages of Pursuit of Schalke 04 Starlet
Milan have been pursuing Assan Ouedraogo for a couple of windows, but they needed to wait for his manageable release clause to come into effect to...
Sky Report: Schalke striker Polter headed to Darmstadt
Sky Germany's Patrick Berger reports that SV Darmstadt 98 are about to acquire Bundesliga journeyman Sebastian Polter.
Liverpool could be handed £17m transfer chance as German giants face 'possible extinction'
Latest Liverpool transfer news and gossip as the Reds could look to sign Assan Ouedraogo with a reported £17 million release clause should Schalke...
Where are they now? Schalke’s 2011 Champions League semi-finalists
One of these players is in fact a Pokémon.
The post Where are they now? Schalke’s 2011 Champions League semi-finalists appeared first on Planet...
Former Chelsea striker nicknamed ‘Little Crespo’ set to be unemployed after ‘forgettable’ 12 months at club
A FORGOTTEN Chelsea striker is set to be made unemployed after a nightmare 12 months.
The flop forward, dubbed ‘Little Crespo’ after Argentine...
Nottingham Forest to miss out on defender – Travelling to sign for another club on Wednesday evening
Despite claims that Nottingham Forest were trying to sign Brandon Soppy from Atalanta, the Tricky Trees are going to miss out on the 21-year-old....
Forgotten European giants with stadium bigger than the Emirates at risk of extinction with crippling debts
GERMAN giants Schalke are in danger of going extinct if they suffer another relegation.
The seven-time Bundesliga champions spent 29 years in...
Karl-Heinz Rummenigge thinks Bayern Munich's Manuel Neuer can play into his 40s
Photo by Joern Pollex/Getty ImagesBayern might not need a new goalkeeper. Ever. Just keep Neuer until the sun explodes or something. One of Bayern...
Match Preview: Borussia Dortmund Battle Local Rivals Bochum and the Plague
Photo by Ralf Ibing - firo sportphoto/Getty ImagesSickness spreads amongst the Dortmund as they prepare for their first home match of 2024. It's...
On This Day (26 Jan 2010): “Disrespectful!” — Bruce blasts Benitez over Liverpool's Jones chase
Photo by John Cocks/Liverpool FC via Getty ImagesBenitez was stirring things up – and Bruce wasn't happy! Steve Bruce's first season in charge at...
Report: Schalke wonderkid not keen on Bayern move
According to Sport Bild, highly-rated Schalke youngster Assan Ouedraogo is sceptical about a move to Bayern Munich.
Burnley's Darko Churlinov joins Schalke 04 on loan
Burnley confirm the departure of Darko Churlinov on loan to Schalke 04 for the remainder of the campaign, with the agreement containing an option...
DONE DEAL: Schalke snap up Burnley midfielder Churlinov
Burnley announced that midfielder Darko Churlinov has joined Schalke on loan to the end of the season.
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Churlinov back in Germany with Schalke 04
On 19th August 2022, Burnley signed Darko Churlinov from Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart, one of our 1966/67 Fairs Cup opponents and today he's...
Schalke 04 bring back Churlinov
Darko Churlinovic is back at Schalke 04. The winger, who spent the 2021/22 season with the Gelsenkirchen club, returns on loan from Burnley for the...
Sports Director looking forward to signing Burnley player – Versatile option for club
Darko Churlinov’s loan from FC Burnley to Schalke 04 is still to be made official, but the move is already being commented on by the Bundesliga...
Report: Bochum interested in bringing Benito Raman back to the Bundesliga
Former FC Schalke 04 and Fortuna Düsseldorf striker Benito Raman may be in line for a return to German football, according to at least one Belgian...
Rabbi Matondo reveals Rangers transfer heart-to-heart with Philippe Clement
The winger has endured a difficult 18 months in Glasgow following his arrival from Schalke in July 2022
Manuel Neuer celebrates his 500th appearance for Bayern in style with match winning performance
Photo by Stefan Matzke - sampics/Corbis via Getty ImagesHe really isn't slowing down at all...isn't it beautiful? At first everything was fine....
“Talks are ongoing” – Burnley player's agent admits to negotiating transfer, waiting for club's offer
Burnley forward Darko Churlinov is in talks over a return to Schalke, with all parties waiting for the German side to make an offer. That's...
U19s' REWE Cup Journey
Fulham Under-19s made it to the Quarter-Finals of the 2024 REWE Junior Cup in Germany.
Check out all the key moments throughout our cup run.
Day...
Wilmots appointed new Schalke sporting director
Marc Wilmots has been named new Schalke 04 sporting director.
Mainz prospect Tauer switches loan locales
All parties involved confirmed an early termination of FSV Mainz 05 defensive midfielder Niklas Tauer's 18-month-loan deal with FC Schalke 04 on...
Academy To Compete In REWE Junior Cup
Fulham Under-19s head to Germany on Wednesday to represent the club in the REWE Junior Cup for the 11th time.
The young Whites made it all the way...
Schalke confirm Knäbel's premature termination
FC Schalke 04 announced that they would be parting ways with chief sporting executive Peter Knäbel ahead of schedule.
Schalke 04, Fortuna Dusseldorf 'keen on Burnley's Darko Churlinov'
Schalke 04 and Fortuna Dusseldorf are reportedly keen on signing Burnley's Darko Churlinov during the January transfer window, with the winger set...
Club forcing Burnley to wait for January transfer idea – But ‘no truth’ in second club’s reported interest
German side Schalke need to sell players before they can bring Burnley's Darko Churlinov back to the club in January. That's according to BILD, who...
Rangers ‘actively pursuing’ upgrade to another key position after Fabio Silva transfer coup
JUST hours after Rangers completed the transfer coup of striker Fabio Silva, the Ibrox side are reported to have scouted two players with a view to...
Scouting by Statistics: The Manuel Neuer replacement you've never heard of
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Club looking on as Tottenham chase player – ‘Flop’ now worth more than their entire squad
German side Schalke will be watching on from the side as the likes of Tottenham chase Jean Clair-Todibo in January, wondering how a ‘flop' for them...
Jean-Clair Todibo explained why he rejected Manchester United before Tottenham came knocking
If Jean-Clair Todibo does join Tottenham in January, it won't be a decision made lightly by the Frenchman.
talkSPORT understands that the OGC Nice...
I signed for Rangers from PSG and won 13 France caps but got just one assist & NO goals before my contract was ripped up
IN SEPTEMBER 2009, Rangers put all their transfer eggs in one basket.
Unfortunately, the deal turned out to be a rotten egg – at least that’s...
Burnley ‘willing' to let player leave in January – Agent says player still has club “in his heart”, wants move
Burnley are willing to let Darko Churlinov leave in the January transfer window, with his agent admitting his client wants to return to Schalke....
Transfer Latest – Celtic face Schalke competition for Kvistgaarden
Celtic are in desperate need of a striker to be signed early in the January transfer window as Brendan Rodgers looks to add to his squad and also...
Celtic ‘fall behind German giants in race for key January transfer target after they approach player’s agent’
CELTIC have re-entered the race for Mathias Kvistgaarden – but they are a step behind a rival team in their pursuit of the Brondby...
Burnley and club in ‘close’ contact over January deal – Turf Moor exit being discussed, but ‘no breakthrough yet’
Back on Friday, we covered a report in Germany about Schalke 04's desire to bring back Burnley's Darko Churlinov. It was stated that a renewed...
Mathias Kvistgaarden Transfer Update; German Interest Ramps Up
It is a known fact that Celtic will be in the market for a striker this January. Over the summer, a name that was mentioned as a concrete target...
Mathias Kvistgaarden Celtic transfer dilly dally sees Schalke steal march on January switch as Hoops priced out of another striker target
The Hoops are planning to return to the table with an improved offer for the Dane
Club’s renewed effort for Burnley outcast would ‘spark great euphoria’ – But logic of potential transfer questioned
FC Schalke moving for Burnley outcast Darko Churlinov in January would ‘spark great euphoria' at the club but may not be a smart transfer idea....
GdS: Milan not expected to accelerate pursuit of Schalke starlet despite Moncada talks
By: Oliver Fisher
In recent weeks, the name of Assan Ouédraogo has been linked with AC Milan as they search for a new midfielder but at the moment...
Why Schalke vs Hansa’s first half ran beyond the 78th minute
A long afternoon to say the least Schalke’s game against Hansa Rostock had a lengthy amount of stoppage time at...
The post Why Schalke vs Hansa’s...
REVEALED: Why the first half of Schalke's victory over Hansa Rostock in the Bundesliga 2 went on for 78 minutes... as fans are left struggling to explain the bizarre circumstances
However, the crunch clash - which was settled thanks to goals from Blendi Idrizi and Kenan Karaman - saw the first half play on for an astonishing...
Scary moment Schalke hooligans kick through stadium barriers and set off fireworks over rival fans as match is delayed
SCHALKE’S 2. Bundesliga clash with Hansa Rostock was temporarily halted due to fan unrest in the stands.
Traditionally a big top-flight club,...