Senegalese full-back Moussa Ndiaye attracts Schalke interest

Moussa Ndiaye could be set to leave Anderlecht before the winter transfer window closes, with Schalke 04 showing strong interest in the Senegalese left-back.

With only hours remaining for clubs to finalise their business, the 23-year-old defender has emerged as one of the players who may depart the Belgian side.

According to reports from Germany, Schalke are pushing to secure his signature as they look to strengthen their squad.

The potential transfer comes at a turbulent time for Anderlecht, who have undergone significant changes off the pitch in recent days.

Following Sunday’s 2-0 derby defeat against Standard Liège, the club dismissed head coach Besnik Hasi.

He has been temporarily replaced by Edward Still, the brother of Will Still, as the club attempts to stabilise its situation.

Alongside the coaching shake-up, Anderlecht are also facing uncertainty within their playing squad.

Several members of the team have attracted attention from other clubs as the deadline approaches, and Ndiaye is among those being closely monitored.

The Senegal international, who plays primarily at left-back, could be on his way out of Belgium in the coming hours.

Sky Germany reports that Schalke 04, currently leading Bundesliga 2, have identified Ndiaye as a priority target and are keen to complete a deal before the window shuts.

Negotiations between Schalke and Anderlecht are said to be progressing positively, with discussions focusing on allowing the former Barcelona player to make the move to Germany.

While no official confirmation has yet been made, the talks are understood to be at an advanced stage.

For Schalke, the pursuit of Ndiaye reflects their ambition as they aim to reinforce their squad during the second half of the season.

For Anderlecht, his possible departure would mark another significant development during a period of transition both on and off the pitch.

As the transfer deadline looms, Ndiaye’s future remains uncertain, but momentum appears to be building towards a move to the Veltins-Arena if negotiations are completed in time.