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Schalke targets Benfica forward Jelani Dumas for summer transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 1:47 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Schalke targets Benfica forward Jelani Dumas for summer transfer

Summary

FC Schalke 04 is reportedly interested in pursuing Jelani Dumas, a forward currently with Benfica, to enhance their attacking options. Head coach Miron Muslic aims to strengthen the team's performance in their return to the Bundesliga. Dumas, a Belgian player, has expressed a desire to leave Benfica this summer, positioning Schalke among several clubs eyeing his potential transfer. The Gelsenkirchen club has reached out to Dumas’ representatives regarding a possible move. Dumas has been part of Benfica since 2021, progressing through their youth ranks and making 31 appearances for the reserve team last season, scoring eight goals.

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By the Numbers

•Schalke 04 looking to sign forward Jelani Dumas this summer.
•Dumas wants to leave Benfica after progressing through their youth teams.
•Head coach Miron Muslic emphasizes need for goal-scoring options.
•Dumas scored eight goals for Benfica's reserve team last season.
•Schalke has contacted Dumas' representatives about a transfer.

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1:47 PMYahoo Sports — Schalke closely monitoring wantaway Benfica forward Jelani Dumas

What they're saying

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According to transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri, FC Schalke 04 have identified Jelani Dumas as a suitable option to bolster their attack.Head coach Miron Muslic is pushing the Gelsenkirchen club to recru...
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