Bosnian player Edin Dzeko has passed his medical to join Schalke, the leaders of the German second division football league, coming from Italy’s Fiorentina.
Only the player’s signature on the contracts remains to complete the deal, after he previously agreed to personal terms with Schalke, who reached an agreement with Fiorentina regarding the transfer.
Dzeko won the German league
Dzeko (40 years old) won the German league in 2009 with Wolfsburg, and he also became the top scorer of the German league the following season.
Dzeko left Germany in 2010, and since then he has played for Manchester City, Inter Milan, and Fenerbahçe, before joining Fiorentina last summer. However, he had limited playing time with the Italian team and did not score any goals. Dzeko has also played 146 international matches for the Bosnian national team, scoring 72 goals.
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Schalke leads the top of the second division league table by a margin of four points over their closest pursuers, and aims to return to the Bundesliga after spending three years in the second division.
Schalke
Schalke is a German football club based in Gelsenkirchen, historically associated with the coal mining community of the Ruhr region. Founded in 1904 as Westfalia Schalke, it grew to become one of Germany’s most successful and popular clubs, particularly in the 1930s and 1940s. Its modern stadium, the Veltins-Arena, is a major sporting and event venue.
Fiorentina
Fiorentina refers to the Italian football club ACF Fiorentina, based in Florence. Founded in 1926, the club has a rich history, winning two Serie A titles and experiencing a rebirth in 2002 after a bankruptcy. It is known for its passionate fanbase and its iconic purple kits.
Germany
Germany is a country in Central Europe with a complex history, having been a collection of states for centuries before unifying in 1871. It was a central power in both World Wars, was divided into East and West Germany during the Cold War, and reunified in 1990 to become a leading economic and political force in the European Union. Its cultural landscape is marked by numerous historic sites, castles, and contributions to philosophy, music, and science.
Italian
Italy is a country in Southern Europe renowned for its profound cultural, artistic, and historical influence, being the heart of the Roman Empire and the birthplace of the Renaissance. Its cultural sites, such as the Colosseum in Rome and the canals of Venice, are iconic landmarks that reflect millennia of history, from ancient civilizations to modern nationhood.
German league
The German league, known as the Bundesliga, is the top professional football division in Germany, founded in 1963 to create a unified national competition. It is renowned for its high attendance, competitive balance, and the “50+1” ownership rule, which ensures club members retain majority voting rights.
Wolfsburg
Wolfsburg is a city in northern Germany that was founded in 1938 as a planned settlement for workers of the Volkswagen factory, which remains its economic cornerstone. Its history is intrinsically tied to the automotive industry, evolving from a company town into a major industrial center. Today, it is also known for the Autostadt, a visitor experience and museum complex dedicated to mobility and Volkswagen’s heritage.
Manchester City
Manchester City is a professional football club based in Manchester, England, founded in 1880 as St. Mark’s (West Gorton). The club has a long history, achieving major success in the 21st century with multiple Premier League titles following its acquisition by the Abu Dhabi United Group in 2008. Its home is the Etihad Stadium in east Manchester.
Inter Milan
Inter Milan, officially known as Football Club Internazionale Milano, is an Italian professional football club founded in 1908 by a group of dissidents from AC Milan who wanted a club open to foreign players. Based in Milan, it is one of Italy’s most successful clubs, having won numerous Serie A titles and European trophies, including three UEFA Champions League titles.
Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe is a major sports club based in Istanbul, Turkey, most famous for its football team, which was founded in 1907 during the Ottoman era. It holds a deep-rooted rivalry with Galatasaray and Beşiktaş, and its history is closely tied to Turkish national identity and pride. The club’s name comes from the Fenerbahçe neighborhood on the Asian side of Istanbul, where its historic stadium is located.
Bosnian national team
The Bosnia and Herzegovina national football team, representing the country since its independence in 1992, first qualified for a major tournament at the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The team is historically known for its passionate fan support and notable players like Edin Džeko, who have competed in European Championships and World Cup qualifiers.
Bundesliga
The Bundesliga is Germany’s premier professional football league, founded in 1963 to create a unified national competition. It has grown into one of the world’s most popular and commercially successful football leagues, known for its high attendances and clubs like Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.
