Last night's 1-0 victory over Fortuna Düsseldorf wasn't just a win—it was a statement. FC Schalke 04 officially punched their ticket back to the Bundesliga, sending the Royal Blues faithful into a frenzy. But as the champagne flowed and the celebrations kicked into high gear, one question lingered in the air: What's next for Edin Džeko?

The veteran Bosnian striker, now 40 years old, was the man of the moment, but he kept his cards close to his chest when asked about his future at the club. "I made the right decision with the move. Getting promoted and going to the World Cup with Bosnia is a dream," Džeko told Sky Germany after the match, a smile playing on his lips. "Maybe I wouldn't have achieved that without Schalke. For now, we enjoy the moment. We celebrate. Have a few drinks."

When pressed on whether he'd be leading the line for Schalke in the top flight next season, Džeko remained coy. "There is still plenty of time to think about what I will do next. When I see all of this—that's why you play football. I don't want to stop, I feel good." But the seasoned marksman, who has seen it all from the Premier League to the Bundesliga, added a telling caveat: "But I am 40 years old. Let's see how I feel after the World Cup. Then we will sit down and talk again."

For a player of Džeko's caliber—a man who has scored goals at the highest levels for Wolfsburg, Manchester City, Roma, and Inter Milan—the decision isn't just about fitness. It's about legacy. And with a World Cup campaign on the horizon, the Bosnian legend is keeping his options open.

While Džeko's future remains uncertain, Schalke fans can breathe easy about at least one key figure: head coach Miron Muslic. In clinching promotion, Muslic's contract was automatically extended through 2028, giving the club a stable foundation as they prepare for life back in Germany's top division. Now, all eyes turn to Džeko—will he lace up his boots for one more Bundesliga campaign, or will the World Cup be his final bow?