According to Kicker, Schalke 04 secured Aymen Barkok from Mainz 05 just before the transfer window closed. Barkok joined Schalke 04 from Mainz 05 without a transfer fee, as he and Mainz mutually agreed to end his contract, which was set to expire in the summer. Before finalizing the contract, Barkok had a medical examination in the Ruhr area on Monday. Despite the fact that he will earn less at Schalke than he did at Mainz, his prospects for playing time have improved. Schalke referred to Barkok as an 'impulse giver' for their midfield and intends to explore the option of extending their partnership in the summer.

Aymen Barkok is currently undergoing a medical examination at Schalke 04 as he prepares to transfer from Mainz 05, six months before his contract is due to expire. The details of any transfer fee remain undisclosed at this time. The 26-year-old midfielder, who became part of Mainz 05 in the summer of 2022, spent the latter half of last season on loan at Hertha BSC. This season, Barkok has only appeared in four matches for Mainz, primarily in a backup role. Although VfL Bochum showed interest in the summer and Austria Wien in December, Barkok reportedly turned down their proposals, choosing instead to begin anew at Schalke 04 in the 2. Bundesliga.