Key Takeaways
- Edin Džeko refuses to confirm his future at Schalke after securing promotion
- The 40-year-old striker wants to assess his physical condition following the World Cup
- Coach Miron Muslic has signed an extended contract until 2028
FC Schalke 04 have secured an immediate return to the Bundesliga following a 1-0 victory against Fortuna Düsseldorf. However, the celebrations were overshadowed by uncertainty surrounding the future of veteran forward Edin Džeko.
The 40-year-old Bosnian striker spoke to Sky Germany after the match. He expressed satisfaction with his decision to join the Royal Blues. He stated that achieving promotion and earning a call-up to the World Cup with his national team feels like a dream come true.
“Perhaps I would not have reached these heights without Schalke,” Džeko admitted. He urged his teammates to focus on celebrating their success for now. He mentioned enjoying a few drinks together before considering future plans.
Despite his enthusiasm for the game, Džeko remains cautious about committing to another season. He pointed out his age as a significant factor in his decision-making process. The experienced marksman explained that he needs to evaluate his physical condition after the World Cup tournament.
“There is no rush to decide what happens next,” he said with a smile. “When you experience moments like this, you remember why you play football. I do not want to retire yet. I feel strong. But I am 40 years old. We will discuss everything again after the World Cup.”
While Džeko’s future remains unclear, the club received positive news regarding their manager. Miron Muslic has automatically extended his contract with Schalke until 2028 as part of the promotion agreement.