Nottingham Forest Set to Sign Xaver Schlager After RB Leipzig Exit

Nottingham Forest are on the verge of completing the signing of Austrian international midfielder Xaver Schlager after his departure from RB Leipzig, adding a proven and experienced presence to their squad ahead of the new Premier League season. The 28-year-old is expected to join Forest on a free transfer, with a medical reportedly scheduled before the deal is officially announced.
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Schlager leaves RB Leipzig after four successful seasons in Germany, where he established himself as one of the Bundesliga’s most reliable midfielders. Despite Leipzig’s efforts to extend his contract, the Austrian opted for a new challenge, paving the way for a move to England.
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The move will also reunite Schlager with Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner, who previously coached him at Wolfsburg. Their successful working relationship is believed to have played a major role in convincing the midfielder to choose the City Ground over interest from several other European clubs.
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Known for his relentless work rate, intelligent positioning, and ability to break up opposition attacks, Schlager is expected to strengthen Forest’s midfield with leadership, defensive stability, and top-level experience. His arrival comes at no transfer fee, making it one of the club’s most cost-effective signings of the summer.
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If the medical is completed successfully, Nottingham Forest are expected to confirm the signing later this week, with Schlager set to join the squad for pre-season preparations as the club continues building for the 2026–27 campaign.