Fabian Schär, born on the 20th of December 1991 in Switzerland, is a highly-regarded defender currently plying his trade for Newcastle United. With a commanding presence at 6ft 1in (1.86m) and a robust weight of 13st 3lb (84kg), Schär is a staple figure in the lineup, donning the number 5 jersey. Beyond his domestic commitments, Schär has also represented Switzerland on the international stage.
As per Transfermarkt, Schär's current market value is estimated to be around £5.7m. His current stint with Newcastle United is set to run until the 30th of June 2026, with 1 year and 1 month remaining on his contract.
When looking at his early career, Schär made his debut at FC Wil 1900 in Switzerland during the 2009 - 2010 season, making two first team appearances. Over time, he consolidated his position in the team, making 24 first team appearances and scoring four goals in the following season. In the 2011 - 2012 season, his goal tally increased slightly to five goals in 26 appearances.
His performances didn't go unnoticed, as he secured a move to Basel in Switzerland for the 2012 - 2013 season. During his tenure at Basel, Schär consistently turned in top-tier performances, amassing a total of 73 first team appearances and netting nine goals across three seasons.
In the 2015 - 2016 season, Schär departed Switzerland to join 1899 Hoffenheim in Germany, where he made 24 first team appearances and scored one goal. The following season, his first team appearances dropped to just six.
In the 2017 - 2018 season, Schär made a move to Spain, joining Deportivo La Coruna where he made 25 first team appearances and scored two goals.
The following season saw Schär make a switch to English football, signing with Newcastle United. Over the course of five seasons, he has accrued an impressive 160 appearances and 14 goals. In the most recent 2024 - 2025 season, Schär has already notched up 34 first team appearances and four goals, with the team set to continue benefiting from his services in the 2025 - 2026 season.
Schär has also made his mark in major tournaments, having participated in the Champions League in the 2023 - 2024 season for Newcastle United, where he scored one goal in six starts. He featured in the FA Cup in 2024 - 2025 with two starts and one substitute appearance, as well as making his mark in the League Cup in the same season, where he scored two goals in five starts.
