There was contact during the winter transfer period regarding a possible transfer of Joel Grodowski to Schalke, according to Manager Michael Mutzel.

FC Schalke is seeking a replacement for Moussa Sylla. According to 'kicker', the club has made an inquiry for Joel Grodowski of Arminia Bielefeld. Grodowski is a 28-year-old German centre-forward and a key player for Bielefeld. His feelings about the interest are currently unknown. At Schalke, he could potentially form a strike partnership with the recently signed Edin Dzeko. Grodowski has scored 8 goals and provided 2 assists in 18 appearances in the 2. Bundesliga this season. He joined Bielefeld in January 2025 and has a Transfermarkt market value of €750k.