Swiss attacking midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri, 34, stated that his future at FC Basel depends on the summer transfers. He said that it could also be that he leaves, that in football and in life anything is possible, and that there is never certainty. Shaqiri mentioned that he will analyze what happens around FC Basel and then make a decision. He also said he is in contact with David Degen regarding his future. At the same time, Shaqiri made clear that he would like to stay at FC Basel and has one year left on his contract. In the 2025/2026 season, Shaqiri scored 11 goals and provided 10 assists in 34 Super League appearances. The Swiss international, with 125 caps and 32 goals for his country, joined the club on August 16, 2024, and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €1.50m.