Ilyes Hamache, 21, signs a four-year contract with Schalke. The French attacker from Valenciennes will wear number 24. The transfer fee is in the low six-figure range. Schalke's sporting director Marc Wilmots highlighted their persistent contact with Hamache, facilitated by Valenciennes' relegation. Hamache expressed his joy, aiming to impress Schalke's fans.

Ilyes Hamache is set to don the Schalke jersey in the future, having signed a four-year contract with the club. The 21-year-old French forward from Valenciennes is expected to bring creative moments to Schalke's offensive play. Hamache, a right-footer, will sport the number 24. While the exact terms of the deal remain undisclosed, the transfer fee is anticipated to be in the low six-figure range. Schalke's sporting director, Marc Wilmots, mentioned that Hamache has demonstrated his creativity and strong game understanding in over 80 games in the second French league. He added that Schalke had maintained continuous contact with Hamache over the past few months, and the relegation of his club to the third French league made the negotiations easier.