Schalke's last‑minute gamble for Hountondji as rivals close in

FC Schalke 04, the recent Bundesliga‑Absteiger, have shown Interesse in the 24‑year‑old English Mittelstürmer Andréas Hountondji, currently under Vertrag with Burnley, as the Transferschluss approaches and a Last‑Minute‑Coup to bring the striker to Gelsenkirchen is being discussed. Informationen from Lorenzo Lepore suggest the Knappen hope to secure the Weg before the deadline.

Schalke's last‑minute pursuit

Ein Zweitligist, FC Schalke 04, is reportedly planning a Last‑Minute‑Coup to secure the English Mittelstürmer before the Transferschluss. The club hopes to intercept the Weg to Gelsenkirchen that Burnley is about to finalize. Informationen from Lorenzo Lepore suggest the Knappen are moving quickly.

During the Saison, Hountondji spent time on Leihbasis at FC St. Pauli, where he netted four Tore in 23 Pflichtspielen. Despite his contributions, the Kiezkicker could not avoid the Absteiger. The 24‑year‑old’s performance has attracted attention across Europe.

At Burnley, the English club that holds his Vertrag, Hountondji appears to have no future. The Mittelstürmer’s status in England remains uncertain as the club prepares for the upcoming transfer window. Schalke sees an opportunity to add him to their attack.

Competing offers and broader recruitment

Frosinone Calcio in Italia have already agreed a Wechsel with a loan‑and‑purchase clause for the player, Saint‑Étienne also signals interest, with their scouts reportedly monitoring the striker.

Ali Habesoglu, currently with Bodrum FK, and Jelani Dumas from Benfica Lisbon are also being negotiated by the Bundesliga‑Absteiger. Nach den Informationen, Schalke could pursue these targets on loan or permanent deals. The club’s recruitment drive reflects the pressure of the Moment.

The contrast between Schalke’s frantic last‑minute pursuit and the already‑set agreements of Frosinone and Saint‑Étienne highlights the club’s urgent need for offensive reinforcement. Whether the Knappen can clinch Hountondji before the deadline will shape their preparation for the upcoming 2. Bundesliga season.