Anderlecht Defender Joins Schalke on Loan

Senegalese left-back Moussa Ndiaye is currently playing for 2. Bundesliga side Schalke 04 on loan from RSC Anderlecht for the remainder of the 2025/26 season. The loan deal, finalized in early February, does not include an option for Schalke to purchase Ndiaye permanently.

“Moussa Ndiaye finishes the season at Schalke 04. The Senegalese defender is loaned without an option.”

— RSC Anderlecht (@rscanderlecht)

The 23-year-old Ndiaye has quickly integrated into the Schalke squad, starting in four consecutive matches and accumulating 346 minutes of playing time out of a possible 360. During this period, Schalke has secured 8 points from 12, and Ndiaye has reportedly made a good impression.

Anderlecht Evaluating Ndiaye’s Future

Ndiaye’s situation at Anderlecht is under review. While the club previously hoped to command a significant transfer fee for the talented defender, his tactical development has not progressed as anticipated in recent seasons. This has led to questions about his long-term future at Lotto Park.

Ndiaye is under contract with Anderlecht until June 2028, and currently has a market value of three million euros, according to Transfermarkt.

Schalke Sees Potential in Loaned Defender

According to Schalke officials, Ndiaye strengthens their options on the left side of their defense and brings a high-intensity style of play to the team. Youri Mulder, director of professional football, stated, It was important for us to have more depth on the left side of our defence. In Moussa, we’ve signed a player for that position who can play a high-intensity style of football. He similarly noted that Ndiaye made it clear in our talks that he’s really excited for this challenge.

Ndiaye himself expressed his enthusiasm for the move, saying, I can’t wait to start training with the team tomorrow. The side play football at a very high intensity and that suits me. I desire to acquire stuck in right away and help make it a successful season for the team and the fans.

Ndiaye’s Background

Born in Senegal, Ndiaye began his European football journey with FC Barcelona’s U19s in 2020. He later joined RSC Anderlecht in 2022, where he made 73 appearances for the first team and 6 appearances for RSCA Futures, scoring a total of two goals and providing six assists.

FAQ

• What is Moussa Ndiaye’s current team? He is currently on loan at Schalke 04 from RSC Anderlecht.
• Does Schalke have an option to buy Ndiaye? No, the loan deal does not include a purchase option.
• What position does Ndiaye play? He plays as a left-back.
• How long is Ndiaye’s contract with Anderlecht? His contract runs until June 2028.