Quick Info
| Profession | Footballer |
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| Nationality | Austrian |
| Date of Birth | 28/09/1997 |
| Age | 29 years |
| Birthplace | Linz, Austria |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Xaver Schlager
23/07/2026
Xaver Schlager joined Nottingham Forest on a free transfer after his contract with RB Leipzig expired. He signed a two-year deal and became the club's first summer signing under head coach Oliver Glasner.
06/02/2026
RB Leipzig announced that Schlager would leave the club at the end of the season. The club's statement confirmed that his contract would not be extended beyond the 2025-26 campaign.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Xaver Schlager |
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| Known For | Professional football midfielder |
| Current Club | Nottingham Forest |
| Position | Midfielder |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 174 cm |
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| Weight | 73 kg |
| Foot | Left |
Career
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| Senior Career |
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| National Team | Austria |
| Nottingham Forest Signing | Joined on a free transfer on a two-year contract in July 2026, reuniting with head coach Oliver Glasner, who had managed him at VfL Wolfsburg |
| 2026 FIFA World Cup | Made four appearances with Austria, reaching the Round of 32 |
Style Quotient
| Outfitter | Puma |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Won the DFB-Pokal in 2023 with RB Leipzig. | |
| 2. Was part of Austria's squad at UEFA Euro 2021. | |
| 3. Has played in central and defensive midfield roles. | |
| 4. His date of birth is consistently reported as 28/09/1997 by multiple reliable football databases. | |
| 5. Served as vice-captain at RB Leipzig before leaving the club in 2026. | |
| 6. Was Nottingham Forest's first signing of the 2026 summer transfer window. |
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