28 Feb 2015 19:10:13
Evening Ed

Ive just read that Schalke have offered Khedira a pre contract to sign with them. Are they more convinced on his fitness than us at this stage then, or is it unlikely that an offer from them has been submitted?

{Ed002's Note - I am not aware of an offer yet but can find out tomorrow evening. Real Madrid are looking much less likely to offer a new deal to Khedira now that Silva has arrived. He is able to sign a pre-contract agreement with any side outside of Spain now and AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund, Liverpool, Arsenal and Schalke 04 are all interested. Each of these clubs has spoken with the representatives of the player. The player's representatives have also approached Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea and Bayern Munich to guage interest as Khedira is keen to play in the Champions League next season. Chelsea and Arsenal are both concerned about the player's on going fitness. At the end of the day, if he can prove his fitness, Liverpool or Schalke would likely be the best fit for him.}

1.) 02 Mar 2015
02 Mar 2015 13:00:47
Any updates on this Ed002? Have Schalke made an offer? If we were to arrange a pre-contract transfer with him, do you think he would be the only midfielder we would sign?
Cheers

{Ed002's Note - One update. In addition to Schalke and Liverpool, Manchester United expressed interest when approached by his representatives. Any of the three clubs can agree a pre-contract now but the player will want to know the options available and will probably want to know which of the interested clubs qualify for the Champions League. Liverpool has also shown interest in James Milner - whether it goes any where or not remains to be seen.}