Former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius has been told he is simply too good for the second division, with Schalke sporting director Frank Baumann admitting the stopper "belongs in the top league." However, the German giants are desperate to extend his stay at the Veltins-Arena, confirming plans to sit down for contract talks while acknowledging that the player's family situation and the club's promotion battle will ultimately decide his future.

Loris Karius has extended his stay at Schalke until 2027 after signing for the German club on a short-term deal in January.

Loris Karius' wife Diletta Leotta cheered from the stands as the former Liverpool goalkeeper kept a clean sheet on his return to action.

Liverpool flop Loris Karius has signed for Schalke 04 months after his partner asked him to leave "very inconvenient" Newcastle United.