Football Bundesliga Bundesliga Rudy close to Schalke move, Rummenigge confirms Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has confirmed Bayern Munich is set to approve Sebastian Rudy's switch to Bundesliga rival Schalke. Jamie Smith 27 August, 2018 23:40 IST Bayern Munich midfielder Sebastian Rudy - Getty Images Jamie Smith 27 August, 2018 23:40 IST Sebastian Rudy is closing in on a move to Schalke, Bayern Munich chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has confirmed.The midfielder joined Bayern from Hoffenheim in January 2017 but has been pushed down the pecking order by the arrival of Leon Goretzka from Schalke.Earlier this month, Schalke sporting director Christian Heidel rubbished reports Rudy was set to join them.But last term's Bundesliga runner-up will soon sign Rudy for a reported €16million as a replacement for his fellow Germany international Goretzka."I can confirm that Sebastian Rudy has now had his medical examination in Gelsenkirchen," Rummenigge said."If he passes it and the supervisory board approves the deal, then it's done. I wish him all the best. He's a great guy, I have to say." Support Sportstar Dear Reader, Support our journalism — where text and pictures intermingle so seamlessly — and help us scale up your experience as the world changes around us. Your contribution is vital to our brand of uninfluenced, boots-on-the-ground reportage that’s worth your while. Clickbait sensationalism is not for us, but editorial independence is — we owe it to you. Support Quality Journalism Subscribe to our daily newsletter Get your daily dose of Sportstar with handpicked stories delivered right to your inbox! SUBSCRIBE Please enter a valid email address. Dugout videos