Soufiane El-Faouzi has quickly become a key player for FC Schalke 04, and recent reports suggest he has caught the attention of Borussia Dortmund.
El-Faouzi’s remarkable performance is underscored by an average of 12.5 kilometers covered and 82 intense runs per match, placing him among the league’s elite. He not only displays outstanding physical capabilities but also contributes significantly to the team’s success, with three assists to his name, including the crucial pass that led to the winning goal against Darmstadt.
His advisor, Tim Jerat, confirmed to Sky that multiple clubs are showing interest in El-Faouzi, with Dortmund reportedly among them. However, Jerat refrained from naming specific clubs, emphasizing, “Soufiane would not do anything that feels wrong for a Schalke player.”
Contractually, Schalke is in a strong position, as El-Faouzi’s contract, which runs until 2029, does not include a release clause, contrary to some reports. Sky reporter Dirk große Schlarmann stated that the rumored eight-million-euro buyout clause is incorrect.
The 23-year-old midfielder joined Schalke at the beginning of the season for a modest fee of 200,000 euros from Alemannia Aachen and has made a significant impact since his arrival. Schalke currently leads the 2. Bundesliga table after ten matchdays, boasting the best defense in the league with only five goals conceded.
As El-Faouzi continues to develop, his growth presents a promising outlook not only for his career but for Schalke’s ambitions in the league. The club has positioned itself well to retain this emerging talent while aiming for promotion to the Bundesliga.