XAVER SCHLAGER NEWS

Busy in draw Schlager generated four tackles (one won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Schlager was busy behind the ball throughout Saturday's clash, shutting Koln down alongside Konrad Laimer. While Schlager might not have major offensive upside he has built a solid floor off of his consistently good defensive work.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Schlager scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Schlager scored his first Bundesliga goal during Saturday's win, on just his first shot on target. The midfielder scored just twice in his highest scoring season with Wolfsburg and generally isn't much of an offensive threat. That said he has found a nailed-on role with Leipzig, who sit second in the table and are flying high under new boss Marco Rose.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern stretches Bundesliga lead ahead of World Cup break

Bayern Munich stretched its Bundesliga lead to six points with a 2-0 win over Schalke in its last game ahead of the break for the World Cup

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Starting yet again Schlager had one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Schlager has been a nailed-on starter ever since Marco Rose took over, a major turn around for the midfielder who went unused in three of four matches to open the 2022/23 season. Schlager is embracing his starting role with open arms, making it his own and consistently going the full 90 while providing rigidity in central midfield. Schlager doesn't offer much going forward and seems to fall into the category of players who are more useful in real life than for fantasy.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig signs Germany defender Raum from Hoffenheim

Leipzig has signed Germany left back David Raum from Hoffenheim on a five-year contract after a breakout season saw him become one of the Bundesliga’s top defenders

JULY 31, 2022 • Associated Press

Transfers to Leipzig Schlager has signed a four-year contract with RB Leipzig after transferring from Wolfsburg, the club announced Friday.

Impact Schlager leaves Wolfsburg after making 81 appearances in all competitions (tallying three goals and nine assists), but he missed about half of last season with after suffering a knee injury in August that required surgery. He came up through the Salzburg academy before joining Wolfsburg in 2019, and the 24-year-old now returns to the Red Bull system as he joins Leipzig, where he will compete with the likes of Kevin Kampl, Amadou Haidara, Tyler Adams and Konrad Laimer for a starting spot in midfield, although the latter two are linked with moves away from the club in the summer. Meanwhile, Yannick Gerhardt and Aster Vranckx will likely battle it out to replace Schlager alongside Maximilian Arnold at Wolfsburg.

JUNE 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hampered by injury Schlager underwent knee surgery and missed half the season on the way to 14 appearances (13 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Schlager underwent surgery just three matches into the season, shutting him down for almost five months. That said his role didn't change in the slightest, when fit, Schlager was a guaranteed starter. He opened the first three matches of the season starting and closed the season starting the final 10 matches in a row. Schlager isn't a major offensive threat, but his role in defensive midfield is consistent and barring major injuries Schlager should be penciled in for 2,500 minutes or more.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund licks wounds, pivots to rebuild for next season

Borussia Dortmund is already looking ahead to the next season as its current campaign is set to end in frustration and disappointment

MAY 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Available Saturday Schlager (knee) is available for Saturday's clash with Gladbach, according to manager Florian Kohfeldt.

Impact Schlager is finally able to return after opening the season with a knee surgery that knocked him out of contention for nearly six months. The midfielder isn't a major fantasy option, but the hope is that he will be able to break back into the starting XI, competing with Dodi Lukebakio for playing time.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Getting closer to return Schalger (knee) was in individual training during Wednesday's training session.

Impact Schlager was in individual training and is getting closer to a return. The midfielder will hope to return straight to the starting XI, but with a six-month lay-off it's likely that he will be eased back into the starting XI. Schlager likely has above-average fantasy value when starting.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Headed for surgery Schlager will undergo surgery on his right knee Tuesday and is out indefinitely.

Impact While the club didn't provide a definitive timeline for Schlager's recovery, the fact that he is going under the knife doesn't bode well for a short-term absence. In his stead, Josip Brekalo or Yannick Gerhardt could be in the mix for spots in the starting XI, though new addition Dodi Lukebakio will not doubt compete for minutes as well.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Leipzig Schlager was subbed out of Sunday's win against RB Leipzig in the 69th minute after suffering a knee injury.

Impact Schlager collapsed after a non-contact injury on Saturday and had to be taken out of the game. He's set for some scans this week and the hope is that this is a week-long injury, not month-long. If he's forced to miss time, Wolfsburg will have some questions in the midfield after Josuha Guilavogui came on for him Sunday.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Freiburg deals demoralizing defeat to Dortmund in Bundesliga

Freiburg has put the brakes on Borussia Dortmund’s early-season optimism by holding on for a 2-1 win in the Bundesliga

AUGUST 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Records assist against Hertha Schlager recorded one assist during a 2-1 win Saturday against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Schlager helped inspire a comeback win for Wolfsburg. He attempted an incredible through ball that Ridle Baku scored to record Wolfsburg's first goal during the 73rd minute.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles in Italy game Schlager took two off-target shots, won four of five tackles and seven duels and had two successful take-ons in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Italy.

Impact Schlager worked very hard in the midfield to combat a mighty opponent, but Austria still loss despite a valiant effort. He has registered five shots, five chances created, 14 tackles and three interceptions in four Euro games.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Schlager took two shots (one on target) and created three chances in Monday's 1-0 victory against Ukraine. He also won four of four tackles in the match.

Impact Schlager was a threat going forward and was solid in defense on Monday, keeping a clean sheet against Ukraine and clinching a spot in the Round of 16 for Austria. But he will face arguably the hottest team in the tournament right now Italy, which have topped Group A with three wins and three clean sheets.

JUNE 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leading club, country to Europe Schlager scored two goals and provided four assists in 32 appearances en route to a call-up to Austria's team for the Euros.

Impact Schlager ended the season tied for fifth in tackles made as well, but he'll need to be even more involved in the attack to hold much fantasy value as a holding midfielder this summer. He recently started in the June 2 friendly against England, and after also leading Wolfsburg into the UCL group stage, Schlager should be confident of his starting chances during the Euros.

JUNE 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

EURO 2020: Squads for the European Championship

Squads for the European Championship

JUNE 2, 2021 • Associated Press

Austria coach Foda drops Lindner, Grbic from Euro 2020 squad

Goalkeeper Heinz Lindner and striker Adrian Grbic have been dropped from Austria’s squad for the European Championship

MAY 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Frankfurt moves 3rd in Bundesliga with 2-0 win over Cologne

In-form Eintracht Frankfurt bolstered its bid for a place in the Champions League next season by moving third in the Bundesliga with a 2-0 win over Cologne

FEBRUARY 14, 2021 • Associated Press

Wolfsburg's Pongračić still struggling with COVID-19 effects

Wolfsburg defender Marin Pongračić is still dealing with the effects of COVID-19 weeks after his infection and had to be taken off during a Bundesliga game

JANUARY 10, 2021 • Associated Press