Tag: Schalke
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Schalke defender rejects Arsenal move
Embed from Getty Images Schalke defender Benedikt Howedes says he has rejected the chance to join Arsenal this summer. The German international played every minute of Germany’s successful World Cup win last summer but remained at Schalke despite interest from the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid and Arsenal. Howedes, 27, has been with the Bundesliga…
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Former Chelsea boss Di Matteo stands down as Schalke manager
Embed from Getty Images Roberto Di Matteo has resigned as manager of Bundesliga club Schalke after less than a year in charge This was the first job for the Italian after his short stint as Chelsea boss which saw him clinch the FA Cup and the club’s first ever Champions League title. After a two…
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Former Chelsea hero set for Schalke sacking
Embed from Getty Images Roberto Di Matteo will be sacked by Schalke after finishing sixth in the Bundesliga, according to Bild. Di Matteo, who has been in charge of the Royal Blues since October 2014, when he replaced Jens keller, has had a moderate season, helping the German side to a Champions League round of…
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Schalke confirm Arsenal target is close to joining club
Embed from Getty Images Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira is set to join Schalke on a free transfer at the end of the season, after president Clemens Tonnies confirmed talks. The 27-year-old has been linked with a summer move to Premier League sides Arsenal and Chelsea and almost joined the former in the January transfer window before wage…
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Arsenal & Chelsea target Khedira agrees terms with Schalke
Embed from Getty Images Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira is set to join Schalke on a free transfer at the end of the season, after agreeing terms with the Bundesliga club. The 27-year-old has been linked with a summer move to Premier League sides Arsenaland Chelsea and almost joined the former in the January transfer…
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Sami Khedira discusses potential summer exit from Real Madrid
Embed from Getty Images Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira has indicated that he could leave the club this summer, claiming he would be open to a move elsewhere. The 27-year-old has been linked with a summer move to Premier League sides Arsenaland Chelsea and almost joined the former in the January transfer window before wage…
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Schalke complete signing of Man City defender
Embed from Getty Images Schalke have completed the permanent signing of Manchester City defender Matija Nastasic. The central defender joined the Bundesliga side in January on a short term loan deal and has become an important player for Roberto Di Matteo’s side. Nastasic, who became surplus to requirements at Manchester City due to the summerarrival…
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Schalke push champions Real Madrid to the limit; Porto through
Embed from Getty Images Real Madrid were pushed to the very end by Bundesliga side Schalke on Tuesday evening, narrowly progressing to the quarter-finals of the Champions League with a 5-4 aggregate win. Carlo Ancelotti’s side approached the tie with a 2-0 first leg lead but their recent form had seen them gain much criticism…
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Schalke keen to make Man City defender’s move permanent
Embed from Getty Images Schalke sporting director Horst Heldt has confirmed that the club are willing to make Matija Nastasic’s move a permanent one. The central defender joined the Bundesliga side in January on a short term loan deal and has become an important player for Roberto Di Matteo’s side. Nastasic, who became surplus to…
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Arsenal & Chelsea target close to Real Madrid exit
Embed from Getty Images Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira is set to join Schalke on a free transfer at the end of the season, according to Bild. The 27-year-old has been linked with a summer move to Premier League sides Arsenal and Chelsea and almost joined the former in the January transfer window before wage…
