Schalke 04 Extends Contract with Young Talent Max Grüger Until 2028

The 19-year-old midfielder, a product of Schalke's academy, commits his future to the club without an exit clause.

Max Grüger, a 19-year-old defensive midfielder, has signed a contract extension with FC Schalke 04, keeping him at the club until 2028.
Grüger, a lifelong Schalke fan and academy graduate, joined the club at age seven and has become a key player for the first team this season.
He has made 10 appearances in the current campaign, including nine starts, and scored his first goal for the team.
The new contract reportedly does not include an exit clause, securing Grüger's long-term presence at the club.
Schalke officials praised Grüger's development and view his extension as a step toward building a strong foundation for the team's future.