Schalke, Edin Dzeko, Jesper Lindstrom and Napoli
Monday
Schalke have extended Edin Dzeko’s contract through 2027, but their proposed move for Napoli midfielder Jesper Lindstrom collapsed at the final stage. Reports said disagreements emerged after Napoli failed to maintain previously discussed verbal terms for the transfer.
The Lindstrom dispute centred on whether the loan would include an option or an obligation to buy. Dzeko is fully fit after a shoulder problem and will remain for Schalke’s Bundesliga campaign following their promotion last season.