Benedikt Höwedes (born 29 February ) is a German former professional footballer who played as a defender. He spent the majority of his playing career for Schalke 04, which he captained for six seasons, and represented the Germany national football team from to At international level, Höwedes See more. Höwedes was the last true club figure on the field at Schalke, and amidst the chaos of the modern era the absence of a stable leader is notable at the Bundesliga .
Benedikt Höwedes transfers to Lokomotiv Moscow. He has left lasting footprints in the history of FC Schalke 04, and now he is starting a new chapter in his . Germany international Benedikt Höwedes has ended his long association with Schalke by signing for Juventus.