I just though he wanted to retire because of health issues?
His wife is sick, not he himself, thats why he kind of retired. But he always had a soft spot for Schalke in his heart ever since he was so super successful with them. It's understandable that he helps out in this situation and it's a good move from Schalke imo. He will show no mercy with any player not giving 100%, he is very respected (to not say feared) and generally a good coach for these kind of situation - though a bit too oldschool maybe. But Schalke doesn't necessarily need a super good tactician at this point, but more a psychologist and motivator. And if Stevens doesn't get the job done, then you still can call Magath
(...) but they are already far behind needed 16th place (...)
Hmm, as I said the other day, it's not looking that bad imo considering the fact they will play Bielefeld next. Lets say they get 3 points there, they will be only be 3 points behind 15th place assuming Cologne loses at Leipzig, which is very likely. Getting only 4 points out of 12 games is quite pathetic, but teams like Mainz, Bielefeld, Cologne are not any better and only 2 of them will relegate directly.
Source: https://www.flashscore.com/standings/WjH7u1E5/bk1Zgnfk/#table/overallSchalke beating Bielefeld and Mainz maybe drawing with Bremen, will put 3 teams with 7 points at the bottom. Looking good for Schalke
If they beat Bielefeld......