Schalke 04 have offered veteran forward Edin Dzeko a new contract following their successful promotion back to the Bundesliga, according to a report in Bild. The 40-year-old joined the club on a free transfer in January and quickly became a key player in their promotion push.
Dzeko arrived at Schalke as a short-term solution to bolster their attacking options, and he made an immediate impact, scoring six goals in 11 appearances. His experience and goalscoring ability proved vital as Schalke secured their return to the German top flight after a year in the 2. Bundesliga. The club’s hierarchy are now keen to retain his services for the upcoming season.
Bild reports that Schalke have presented Dzeko with a contract offer worth a base salary of €900,000 per year. Including potential bonuses, the total package could rise to €1.3 million, positioning him amongst the highest earners at the Veltins-Arena. This demonstrates the club’s clear desire to keep the Bosnian international.
Despite the attractive offer, Dzeko is currently weighing up his options and considering whether to continue his career with Schalke. The club are reportedly not pressuring him to make a swift decision, understanding the significance of such a choice at this stage of his career. They are willing to provide him with ample time to evaluate his future.
Dzeko has enjoyed a distinguished career, previously representing clubs such as Wolfsburg, Manchester City, Roma, and Inter Milan. He has won league titles in Germany, England, and Italy, and has consistently performed at a high level throughout his career. His potential continued presence at Schalke would provide valuable experience and leadership to a squad rebuilding after a period of instability.
Should Dzeko accept the offer, it would provide Schalke with a proven goalscorer and a recognizable figurehead as they navigate their return to the Bundesliga. However, his decision will likely hinge on his personal ambitions and whether he feels physically capable of continuing to compete at the highest level.
