Killian was "vital to our divisional retention... "

‘Barnsley FC have seen loan defender Killian Ludwig leave Oakwell and instead return to his parent club.

For a young player, Killian delivered some excellent performances, particularly last season when helping contribute to our Championship survival.

We understand, particularly in the current environment where international travel is difficult, that living and working so far from home and family poses a number of challenges, and we wish Killian well for the rest of the season in his new loan with Schalke back in Germany.

Barnsley have a number of players ready to compete for a starting place in the first team, and we will be looking for performances from them to make the most of these opportunities and help the team again this year. The club will continue to look to strengthen its playing staff as opportunities arise, to develop our playing talent, and to help the team progress and establish itself as a competitive and exciting Championship club.’