BA was hired as a replacement for Sylla. Similar type of player in the system with 2 strikers played by Wonderen. Muslic prefers a massive center forward and 2 “10s” behind it. Pape does not find his ideal position there. Therefore, the separation would make sense for both sides.
In his six months, he performed properly here in a team that has not really spotted himself with fame when it was needed. The transfer was low and therefore Schalke will not make any loss. He will also surely receive his salary from the new club. So I wish him all the best and a club that can better use his strengths.