Schalke 04 have reached an agreement in principle with Soufiane El-Faouzi for a new contract until 2030. The 23-year-old midfielder's salary will be increased to reflect his performances, with the club determined to keep him for at least one more year.
Soufiane El-Faouzi, born 13 July 2002, is a 23-year-old midfielder for Bundesliga side Schalke 04. He joined the club from Alemannia Aachen in July 2025 for a reported €200 000. He signed a contract extension that will keep him at Schalke until 2030. El-Faouzi has represented Morocco at senior level, earning his first cap in May 2026.