Fabian Schär
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CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Dec 20, 1991 (34)
Right
6'1"
185 lb
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Extends contract with Newcastle
Schar (foot) has secured an extended contract with Newcastle until the end of the 2026/27 season, the club announced Tuesday.
Analysis: Schar has been sidelined for practically all of 2026 due to ankle and foot injuries, and there was uncertainty about whether he would remain on the team, but he's now signed to an additional year and should return in the upcoming campaign. The 34-year-old has been a consistent contributor when healthy, tallying 409 clearances, 115 interceptions, 110 tackles, nine goals and one assist over 102 appearances (93 starts) across all competitions for the club over the last three seasons.
Season over, focusing on WC
Schar (foot) will not return for Newcastle's remaining fixtures, with coach Eddie Howe confirming the Swiss international is unlikely to play again for the club this season. "I don't think Fabian will make the last two games which is a real shame for him. He was close to returning a few weeks ago and then he suffered the infection which set him back. He is back running again and looking healthy, but there is a big difference between that and actually playing."
Analysis: Schar ends what is likely his final season at Newcastle with 15 tackles, 19 interceptions and 86 clearances across 19 appearances in all competitions, keeping four clean sheets before the foot infection derailed his return. The Swiss international will now focus entirely on being fit for the World Cup this summer, where he is expected to be an important figure for Switzerland in what could be one of the final chapters of a distinguished international career.
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