Xherdan Shaqiri's contract at FC Basel expires at the end of the season. Sporting director Valentin Stocker has stated that discussions regarding a contract extension are ongoing. Stocker confirmed that constructive talks about Shaqiri's future have taken place between various involved parties and are continuing. In the summer, Shaqiri expressed that he wants to have a good team around him concerning his future at FC Basel.

It is uncertain whether Swiss attacking midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri, 34, will extend his contract. It is mentioned that his contract runs until 2027 and that there are open questions about if Shaqiri wants to extend, if FC Basel wants to extend, or if the coach wants an extension. Shaqiri joined FC Basel in August 2024 and has 125 caps and 32 goals for Switzerland. His current Transfermarkt market value is €1.50m.