Poaching rivals? De Sky: Dortmund pay close attention to Schalke’s 23-year-old central midfielder El Faouzi

October 28th Schalke 04 is advancing in the Bundesliga with an astonishing momentum, and the outstanding performance of new aid Sufian El-Faouqi is the key to the team's transformation. According to Sky Sports Germany, his performance has attracted close attention from Dortmund.

Schalke 04 has a stellar record this season under the leadership of new coach Milon Mulic: Wednesday's German Cup away game against Darmstadt 98 is expected to advance to the quarterfinals, and it topped the Bundesliga standings last weekend. The Royal Blues have won eight of the first ten rounds of the league, and recently won five consecutive victories. Their defensive data of only conceding five goals is the best in the league.

This team, which was still struggling in the relegation zone two years ago, has been able to achieve rebirth. El-Faouqi, who was introduced from the German Bundesliga Aachen club this summer for only 200,000 euros, is indispensable. The 23-year-old midfielder adapted to the team quickly like other new signings and continues to contribute stable performance.

The midfielder averaged 12.5 kilometers per game and completed 82 high-intensity sprints. Both statistics ranked second in the league. But El-Faouzi's value to Schalke goes far beyond that: he has provided three assists - and it was his exquisite through ball that set up striker Moussa Sylla for the winning goal against Darmstadt last Friday.

El-Faouzi's outstanding performance has naturally attracted the attention of other clubs. His agent, Tim Geralt, exclusively confirmed to Sky Sports: "We have indeed received inquiries from many clubs about Sufian."

Sky Sports news, Ruhr area rival Dortmund has also paid attention to the midfielder. In this regard, Geralt said: "But in principle we will not comment on the specific club name. What is certain is: Sufian will never make any decision that will chill Schalke fans. He feels like a fish in water at Schalke - not to mention that he has just joined."

This statement will undoubtedly reassure Schalke fans. Even if there is a real intention to purchase, Schalke still has sufficient bargaining chips. Sky Sports confirmed: Contrary to some reports, El-Fouzi's contract until 2029 does not have a release clause.

Schalke team reporter Schlarmann revealed: "I am not surprised by this, because the information I have has always been like this. Many fans are worried that he will leave the team next summer, and this worry is not groundless - especially if Schalke fails to upgrade this season. But Sophie An El-Faouqi's contract does not have a release clause. "

He further emphasized: "The so-called 8 million euro release fee is purely a rumor! This means that Schalke 04 has absolute dominance over this amazing and stable player. "

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