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Schalke secures Mertcan Ayhan to long-term contract extension

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:03 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Schalke secures Mertcan Ayhan to long-term contract extension
Summary

Schalke has reportedly signed young defender Mertcan Ayhan to a new contract, extending his stay until the summer of 2030. The 19-year-old has been a part of the club since 2014, making 27 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga last season. This move is seen as a key step in retaining the squad ahead of their return to the Bundesliga. Additionally, veteran striker Edin Džeko is expected to sign a new one-year deal to continue contributing to the team's attack.

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  • •Mertcan Ayhan signs a contract extension until summer 2030.
  • •Ayhan has been with Schalke since 2014, progressing through the youth system.
  • •He made 27 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga last season.
  • •Schalke aims to maintain core players for their Bundesliga campaign.
  • •Edin Džeko is close to signing a new one-year contract.
Latest Updates
  • 4:03 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Schalke tie down home-grown defender on contract until 2031
  • 5:59 PMYahoo Sports — Schalke reportedly tie down young defender Mertcan Ayhan to new long-term deal
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FC Schalke 04 has officially extended the contract of Gelsenkirchen native Mertcan Ayhan until 30 June, 2030.The central defender's new contract does not include a release clause, highlighting Schalke...

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Schalke have reportedly secured the long-term future of one of their brightest academy prospects, with Mertcan Ayhan signing a new contract at the Veltins-Arena.According to Fabrizio Romano, the 19-ye...

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