New Coach Muslic Wants to Revitalize Schalke with Klopp-Esque Style
Muslim Player Incorporates Klopp-esque Approach at Giant Schalke Football Club
German football club FC Schalke 04 seems to have found its savior in the form of new head coach Miron Muslic, who was appointed in May 2025. The 42-year-old Austrian-Bosnian coach has a reputation for turning struggling teams around with his intense and active style of play[2][4].
The long-standing traditional club, plagued by struggles over the past few years, is eager to regain its Bundesliga stature. After finishing a dismal 14th in the 2. Bundesliga last season, Muslic has a challenging task ahead of him, but he embraces the challenge with enthusiasm[1].
A Fresh Approach
Muslic's coaching style is reminiscent of famed coach Jürgen Klopp. He emphasizes an active, intense, and dynamic style of play. However, it's not just about playing attractive football for him; his primary goal is to stabilize Schalke and work towards a medium-term goal of promoting back to the Bundesliga[4].
A Change in Direction
Muslic's appointment is part of a broader effort to bring a new direction to Schalke. The club's management believes that his track record in improving teams like Cercle Brugge in Belgium and Plymouth Argyle in England can help Schalke regain its competitive edge in the Bundesliga[2][4].
Although specific details about transfer plans are scarce, it's clear that Muslic intends to build a team that fits his vision of active and intense football. The management's commitment to Muslic, as evidenced by his contract until 2027, signals a long-term project that includes his influence on squad construction[4][5].
A New Era of Fan Engagement
To win back disgruntled fans, Muslic is open to innovative ideas, such as allowing public training sessions. He understands the importance of fan engagement and aims to strengthen the bond between the team and the supporters[1].
As optimism grows among Schalke's supporters, Muslic faces the daunting task of restoring the club's former glory. However, his successful track record and commitment to the Schalke cause offer a glimmer of hope for the avid Gelsenkirchen fans[2][4].
- 2. Bundesliga
- Football
- FC Schalke 04
Miron Muslic, appointed as the head coach of FC Schalke 04, brings a fresh and dynamic approach to the club. His intense and active style of play, reminiscent of Jürgen Klopp, has earned him a reputation for turning ailing teams around. Music's appointment caps a broader effort to steer Schalke back to the Bundesliga[1][2][4][5].
Sources: ntv.de, Thomas Eßer, dpa
The new head coach of FC Schalke 04, Miron Muslic, aims to utilize community aid for the construction of new buildings to support the club's revitalization, with a vision similar to Jürgen Klopp's style. As part of his strategy, Muslic intends to foster a strong connection with the football-loving community by encouraging public training sessions and engaging in innovative fan interaction methods [1].
In the European leagues, Schalke's performance will rely on not only the on-field success but also the effectiveness of the sports and infrastructure facilities, which the management plans to develop using aid for the construction of new buildings under Muslic's strategic direction [2].
- Community aid for the construction of new buildings
- Fan engagement
- European leagues
