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Loris Karius is reportedly set to reject interest from Italy in order to extend his stay with Schalke following their successful Bundesliga promotion campaign. The former Liverpool goalkeeper has revitalised his career in Gelsenkirchen, emerging as a pivotal figure in the club's return to the German top flight.

Twenty-five years ago, Schalke 04 were German champions for four minutes. Gerald Asamoah recalls the moment.

Edin Dzeko’s fairytale stint at Schalke has reached a crossroads as the club prepare for life back in the Bundesliga. Despite being a key figure in their successful promotion campaign, the veteran striker's residence in Gelsenkirchen beyond the summer remains a subject of intense speculation.

Schalke 04 can secure their return to the Bundesliga this weekend, but a major concern lingers ahead of the match. According to Bild, the club are deeply concerned ahead of their potential promotion play-off against relegation-threatened Fortuna Dusseldorf, fearing that supporters plan to storm the pitch at all costs.