Schalke shows interest in Brighton's Facundo Buonanotte amid loan struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 9:11 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
FC Schalke 04 has expressed interest in Brighton & Hove Albion's Facundo Buonanotte, according to Fabrizio Romano. The German club, newly promoted to the Bundesliga, has made a formal inquiry about the Argentinian playmaker. Buonanotte, who is under contract with Brighton until 2028, struggled during previous loan spells at Chelsea and Leeds United. A permanent transfer might be challenging, but alternative arrangements could be explored as his departure from Brighton appears likely, with other clubs also interested in him.
- •Schalke has made a formal inquiry for Facundo Buonanotte.
- •Buonanotte has contract with Brighton until 2028.
- •His recent loans to Chelsea and Leeds United were unsuccessful.
- •Other clubs in Italy and England have shown interest.
- •Alternative transfer models may facilitate a deal.
- 9:11 AMYahoo Sports — Schalke inquire for out-of-favour Brighton sensation Buonanotte
"FC Schalke 04 has reportedly signaled concrete interest in Brighton & Hove Albion's gifted playmaker Facundo Buonanotte. According to Fabrizio Romano, the newly promoted Bundesliga side have made a f...
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