Fred Rutten
With the 2007–08 season coming to an end, Engelaar’s future was being discussed, as FC Twente were looking at options should he leave the club. Ahead of the UEFA Euro 2008 tournament, Engelaar announced he is intends to join Bundesliga side Schalke 04 and would be reunited with his former manager Fred Rutten. Even his performance in the tournament led further interests from Premier League club, which newly appointed Steve McClaren wanted to keep the player. The move was agreed on 3 July 2008 and officially joined Schalke 04 on 15 July 2008. Upon joining the club, he was given a number thirty–seven shirt.