Nottingham Forest aim to sign Xaver Schlager after his Leipzig contract ends

Austria international midfielder Xaver Schlager, currently playing for Leipzig, will see his contract expire at the end of 2026. Nottingham Forest have disclosed that they are in talks to bring the 24‑year‑old to the club.

The Forest hierarchy believes Schlager's technical ability and vision will bolster their midfield depth. Should the move materialize, the club expects an uplift in its Premier League competitiveness.