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Schalke aims to take Burnley striker Hountondji from Frosinone

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 12:20 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Schalke aims to take Burnley striker Hountondji from Frosinone

Summary

FC Schalke 04 is pursuing Burnley FC striker Andréas Hountondji, attempting to derail his imminent transfer to Frosinone. Hountondji, who was on loan at FC St. Pauli last season, is a key target for Schalke as they seek a new striker. Reports indicate a loan deal with Frosinone is agreed upon, including an obligation to buy if they remain in Serie A. Schalke is also exploring a similar arrangement, while AS Saint-Étienne is reportedly interested in Hountondji as well. This situation reflects the competitive for the 24-year-old forward's future.

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•FC Schalke 04 targets Andréas Hountondji from Burnley FC.
•Hountondji has a loan deal agreed with Frosinone.
•Schalke seeks to disrupt Frosinone's acquisition at the last minute.
•AS Saint-Étienne is also interested in Hountondji.
•He scored four goals in 23 matches last season.

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12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Schalke keen to hijack Frosinone's deal with Burnley striker Hountondji

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In their ongoing search for a new striker, FC Schalke 04 have apparently set their sights on a new target from Burnley FC.Andréas Hountondji, who spent last season on loan at FC St. Pauli, is said to...
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