Nottingham Forest set to sign Xaver Schlager as free agent
Short overview
Nottingham Forest are set to sign Austria midfielder Xaver Schlager as a free agent after he rejected a contract renewal at RB Leipzig. The 28-year-old, who impressed at the World Cup, will sign a two-year deal with an option for a third.
Nottingham Forest are poised to sign Austria international midfielder Xaver Schlager as a free agent, according to sources. The 28-year-old has rejected a contract renewal at RB Leipzig and turned down interest from other elite European clubs to join Forest.
Contract details
Schlager is expected to sign a two-year contract with an option for a further year, after impressing at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The deal will be finalized following a medical scheduled for this week.
Player profile
Schlager, who represented Austria at the World Cup, brings quality, leadership, and experience to Forest's midfield. He has been a key player for RB Leipzig since joining in 2019, making over 100 appearances for the Bundesliga side.
The move marks a significant coup for Nottingham Forest, who have been active in the transfer market as they look to strengthen their squad for the Premier League campaign.
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