Newly-promoted Bundesliga team Schalke 04 has initiated discussions to sign Felix Uduokhai, a 28-year-old German centre-back, from Beşiktaş. It is also noted that Beşiktaş would allow the player to leave if a suitable offer is presented. Uduokhai, who also holds Nigerian citizenship, joined the Turkish club in July 2025 and has a contract that runs until June 2027. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €3.50m.