Overview

• Kees van Wonderen publicly criticized Schalke's leadership, citing a lack of support and clear direction from chairman Matthias Tillmann.
• Van Wonderen stated he expects to leave after the current season, claiming all signals point to his departure despite a contract through 2026.
• Schalke issued a statement confirming internal discussions about van Wonderen's comments but announced no immediate changes in his position.
• Incoming sports director Frank Baumann is already involved in handling the situation, signaling potential coaching changes before the season ends.
• Experts and fans remain divided on van Wonderen's public approach, with some praising his transparency and others questioning his professionalism.