Overview

• Tidiane Touré, who joined Schalke’s U23 team in 2023, has signed his first professional contract, securing his place at the club until June 2028.
• Touré made his professional debut on April 13, 2025, in a 0–2 defeat against Regensburg, earning praise for his versatility and speed.
• Sporting director Youri Mulder emphasized Touré’s work ethic and positional flexibility as key factors in the decision to promote him to the first team.
• In the current season, Touré has been a consistent performer for Schalke’s U23 team, contributing four goals and two assists in 18 Regionalliga matches.
• Fans are urging Kees van Wonderen to provide more playing time for Touré and other young talents as Schalke continues its long-term youth development strategy.