Henning Matriciani is moving from FC Schalke 04 to SV Waldhof Mannheim on loan until the end of the season. Matriciani, once celebrated as a crowd favorite and derby hero against BVB, no longer played a role in the plans of Schalke 04 coach Karel Geraerts, who had informed him that he could leave the club. Matriciani was seen in the stands during SV Waldhof Mannheim's home game against Viktoria Köln (1:2). On Monday, SV Waldhof Mannheim officially announced the signing of Matriciani. He is expected to strengthen the shaky defense of Waldhof Mannheim, which conceded five goals in the first three matchdays of the 3rd division.

Henning Matriciani, who has a contract until 2026, is set for a loan transfer to 3. Liga club SV Waldhof Mannheim.

Schalke 04 has made it clear that they no longer plan with Henning Matriciani.

Schalke 04 has informed Henning Matriciani that they do not plan to keep him and that he should find a new club.