FC Schalke 04 is still celebrating their hard-fought promotion back to the Bundesliga, but the good news keeps coming. The Royal Blues could soon be looking at another financial boost—this time thanks to a former star.

According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Sporting Lisbon has agreed to sign Rodrigo Zalazar from Sporting Braga. The Uruguayan midfielder, who once wore the famous blue jersey, is reportedly moving for a fee in the region of €30 million. And here's where it gets interesting for Schalke fans.

Back in 2023, when Zalazar left Gelsenkirchen for Braga in a €6 million deal, Schalke's management had the foresight to include a ten percent sell-on clause. That means the club could pocket around €3 million from this latest transfer. Not bad for a player who moved on two years ago.

Zalazar made 55 competitive appearances for Schalke, contributing 9 goals and 13 assists. While he may have moved on, his legacy continues to pay dividends for the club. For a team that's always looking to build smart financial foundations alongside on-pitch success, this kind of clause is exactly the kind of savvy move that keeps the club competitive.

Whether that extra cash goes toward new signings or strengthening the squad for their top-flight return, it's clear that Schalke's connection to Zalazar is still paying off.