Edin Dzeko, 40, has signed a one-year contract extension at Schalke in the German Bundesliga. The Bosnia and Herzegovina captain made the move on a free transfer in January 2026 from Italian side Fiorentina.
Veteran Forward Returns to Bundesliga
Dzeko, who last played in the Bundesliga during the 2010-11 campaign with Wolfsburg, has been instrumental in helping Schalke regain promotion back to the top tier. He scored six goals in 11 Bundesliga 2 matches and captained his nation at the 2026 World Cup.
"I Am Still Hungry"
In a statement, Dzeko expressed his excitement about the new deal, saying: "Winning promotion to the Bundesliga ranks among the highlights of my career. It was unbelievable. Football has made me happy and driven me throughout my life. I am still hungry, and I want to help our team in the Bundesliga too."
Schalke Director of Football Praises Dzeko
Schalke director of football Youri Mulder spoke highly of Dzeko's commitment to the team, saying: "Our conversations over the past few weeks made it clear that Edin is still as hungry as ever. We therefore believe that he can help us in the Bundesliga too."
Oldest Bundesliga Players
Dzeko's decision to extend his contract comes at an age where few players continue to compete at the top level. Former Schalke defender Klaus Fichtel holds the Bundesliga record as the oldest player to feature in a competitive game in the German top tier, aged 43 years and 184 days. Claudio Pizarro is the oldest ever goalscorer in the Bundesliga, scoring for Werder Bremen against Borussia Dortmund at the age of 40 years and 227 days.
What's Next for Dzeko and Schalke?
With Dzeko's contract extension, Schalke fans can look forward to seeing the veteran forward in action once again. The team's prospects for the upcoming season will undoubtedly be boosted by Dzeko's experience and skill. As the Bundesliga season kicks off, football fans around the world will be watching to see how Dzeko and Schalke perform.
Source: Joy Online
