Overview

• Paul Seguin has joined Hertha BSC from FC Schalke04 on a contract until June 2027 for a reported fee around €400,000 to bolster the Berlin club’s promotion push.
• Soufiane El-Faouzi has signed with FC Schalke04 through June 2029 after leaving Alemannia Aachen, with the transfer fee estimated at about €200,000 plus bonuses.
• Pierre-Michel Lasogga announced his retirement from professional football and will join Schalke’s U23 coaching staff next season under his B-licence qualification.
• Seguin’s presentation video at Hertha featured a deliberate switch from Schalke’s anthem to Hertha’s club song, prompting backlash from Schalke supporters for perceived disrespect.
• Both Hertha and Schalke are combining veteran experience with young talent as they reshape their squads for a competitive 2. Bundesliga campaign.