Jesper Lindstrøm arrives for Schalke medical

Jesper Lindstrøm's return to the Bundesliga appears imminent, with the former Eintracht Frankfurt star already in Gelsenkirchen for his medical as Schalke continue talks with Napoli.

Jesper Lindstrøm.

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Jesper Lindstrøm has taken another major step towards joining Schalke 04 after arriving in Germany to complete his medical ahead of a proposed move from Napoli. The 26-year-old was spotted landing at Düsseldorf Airport before travelling to Gelsenkirchen with permission from the Italian club.

Despite Lindstrøm's arrival, the transfer has not yet been finalized. According to reports, Schalke and Napoli are still negotiating the structure of the deal. The newly-promoted Bundesliga side are pushing for a season-long loan with an option to buy, while Napoli are insisting on a mandatory purchase clause worth around €5 million.

Lindstrøm is understood to have already agreed personal terms with Schalke and is reportedly prepared to take a pay cut to facilitate the move. Head coach Miron Muslić has identified the Denmark international as one of his priority targets after his difficult spells with Napoli, Everton, and Wolfsburg.

Should the negotiations unexpectedly collapse, Schalke are reportedly considering Brighton & Hove Albion youngster Facundo Buonanotte as an alternative. However, with both Lindstrøm and veteran striker Edin Džeko undergoing medicals this weekend, the Royal Blues remain optimistic that another double transfer coup is just around the corner.