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Schalke making progress on potential Lindstrøm transfer from Napoli

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 7:41 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Schalke making progress on potential Lindstrøm transfer from Napoli

Summary

FC Schalke 04 is reportedly advancing in negotiations to sign Jesper Lindstrøm from SSC Napoli. According to the WAZ newspaper, talks have developed positively, with discussions about a potential loan deal that may include an option or obligation to buy based on relegation outcomes. Lindstrøm, an 18-time Danish international, has been at Napoli since 2022 but is anticipated to leave this summer after a loan spell at VfL Wolfsburg last season that yielded no goals or assists. Although he will not be joining Schalke at their training camp, optimism remains high regarding this transfer. The club aims to add experienced talent to its squad ahead of the new Bundesliga season.

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•Schalke in negotiations with Napoli for Jesper Lindstrøm
•Deal could involve a loan with a purchase obligation
•Lindstrøm previously on loan at VfL Wolfsburg
•Transfer discussions have gained clear momentum
•Lindstrøm not joining Schalke's training camp

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7:41 AMYahoo Sports — Positive signs suggest Schalke will secure Lindstrøm deal

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According to information from WAZ newspaper, FC Schalke 04 are making rapid progress in their pursuit of Jesper Lindstrøm.There has been "clear progress" in recent days in negotiations with both the ...
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