Impact Schlager returned to training Wednesday and will look to get minutes off the bench Saturday. This will be his first minutes of the season if it happens, missing the opening months with a knee injury.
NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
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Returning earlier than expected Schlager (knee) is expected to be an option for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg. "We will take Xaver to the bench. He has been training with the team for a week now. That means...
Eyeing December return Schlager (knee) has returned to parts of training and is expected to be an option in December, according to his club.
Impact Schlager has received a very positive update to his status moving forward, as he will now look to return in December after missing the start of the season due to knee issues. This would be a huge addition for the squad, as he was a regular starter last season, gaining the start in all 29 of his appearances. Once he returns, he will look to gain that spot back immediately.
NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Training Wednesday Schlager (knee) took part in team training Wednesday, Leipziger Volkszeitung reports.
Impact Schlager got back in training Wednesday, though it was largely a rehab program. The midfielder likely remains weeks away from a return, but he's actually slightly ahead of schedule. The midfielder could be back before the end of 2024 if he can progress without setbacks.
NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Wont train for another 2-3 moths Schlager (knee) is on the right track of his recovery, but it will take "another two or three months" before he is able to train, per manager Marco Rose.
Impact Schlager is still far from returning to the pitch after tearing his ACL at the end of last season. The good news is he is recovering well from his surgery, where he will work on strength and mobility for the next few months. This gives him about a 2-3 month timeline before returning to football activities.
AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers ACL tear Schlager has been diagnosed with a torn cruciate ligament after being injured in the 16th minute of Friday's draw against Hoffenheim.
Impact It's brutal news for Schlager as he'll not only miss the rest of the season, but also the European Championships this summer with Austria. It's also likely that Schlager misses the beginning of next season as he recovers.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves field injured Schlager was focred to leave the field in the 16th minute of Friday's match against Hoffenheim due to an apparent quadriceps injury.
Impact Schlager did not last long Friday, as he appeared to go down with a somewhat serious quadriceps issue. This could be a brutal loss for the club, as he is a regular starter and, with only three games left in the season, will most likely be out until the next campaign. However, he still has to undergo scans, with nothing yet being confirmed. He was replaced by Nicolas Seiwald, who is his likely replacement along with Kevin Kampl.
MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist on Saturday Schlager delivered an assist, created two chances, made five tackles (all won) and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-0 win over Wolfsburg.
Impact Schlager had a very solid performance on the defensive side of the ball but his biggest contribution came on the attacking end as he assisted Dani Olmo's opener in the 13th minute. The midfielder has been displaying his tenacity in every single game, with at least three tackles in each of his last nine starts, but has also been displaying some playmaking chops, with three assists during the same stretch.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist on Saturday Schlager delivered an assist, created two chances, made five tackles (all won) and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-0 win over Wolfsburg.
Impact Schlager had a very solid performance on the defensive side of the ball but his biggest contribution came on the attacking end as he assisted Dani Olmo's opener in the 13th minute. The midfielder has been displaying his tenacity in every single game, with at least three tackles in each of his last nine starts, but has also been displaying some playmaking chops, with three assists during the same stretch.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Creates chance Schlager recorded three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Mainz.
Impact Schlager created a single chance during Saturday's clash in what was largely a one-sided rout, just without the goals. Schlager dominated the match in central midfield and showed why he's one of the more impressive midfielders on both sides of the ball. With better finishing in the team it easily could have been a high-scoring clash for Leipzig, an encouraging sign despite the draw.
APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist Schlager assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus SV Darmstadt 98.
Impact Schlager has been on quite a roll as of late, with two assists across his last four Bundesliga appearances. Across the 2023-24 Bundesliga, Schlager now has four assists, his highest tally in the category since the 2020-21 Bundesliga.
MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE
Ready to return Schlager served a one-match ban and is eligible for Saturday's clash with Darmstadt.
Impact Schlager picked up the ban due to yellow card accumulation and was forced onto the sideline for one match. The midfielder is now ready to return and should replace Kevin Kampl in the starting XI for Saturday's Darmstadt clash back in the Bundesliga.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up fifth yellow card Schlager picked up his fifth yellow card of the season against Bayern Munich and will be suspended to face Bochum on Saturday. He racked up one shot off target, four tackles and th...
Impact Schlager has been ever-present for Leipzig in midfield and has started in each of his 21 Bundesliga appearances, so his absence will be a big one for the team. Schlager will be eligible to return when Leipzig takes on Darmstadt on March 9, and in the meantime, Kevin Kampl could enter the starting lineup against Bochum.
FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Bags assist Schlager assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Monchengladbach. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 27th minute...
Impact Schlager helped in Saturday's win by recording his third assist of the season. He's also assisted twice in the last six games. totaling 16 tackles, six interceptions and seven chances created in that span, all of them coming as starts.
FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Creates chance Schlager recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat to Manchester City.
Impact Schlager continued his major role in the starting XI and created a chance Tuesday. It didn't end up being enough to complete the upset against City but still was a nice performance. Pretty much any match moving forward will be more doable than a brutally tough trip to the Etihad.
NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists both Leipzig goals Schlager had two assists from four chances created during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Red Star Belgrade.
Impact Schlager set up Xavi Simons in the eighth minute and Lois Openda in the 77th to assist both Leipzig goals in the match. The assists were the first in the Champions League for Schlager who has started all, but one match between the Bundesliga and Champions league for Leipzig.
NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists Saturday Schlager assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich.
Impact Schlager got on the scoresheet with an assist from holding midfield, a nice boon for the midfielder, especially with all of the attacking talent in front of him. If Schlager can keep linking up with the attack he will keep youngster Nicolas Seiwald out of the starting XI and he could produce some surprising volume behind the red-hot Lois Openda.
OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nets from distance Schlager scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three chances created in Tuesday's 3-1 victory against BSC Young Boys.
Impact Schlager added a second goal with a brilliant strike from well outside the box in the second half. The midfielder isn't the attacking threat that someone like Dani Olmo is, but he still offers plenty when asked to get forward. Schlager will continue a major role as he carries some excellent form in all competitions.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cemented in starting role Schlager has featured in all three matches for Leipzig this season, recording seven tackles (six won), three shots (zero on target) and two clearances.
Impact Schlager is filling a defensive midfield role alongside Kevin Kampl, which has relegated Nicolas Seiwald to a bench player. While Schlager shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of offensive production, he scored just once last season, he figures to remain a consistent starter moving forward.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Bench option versus Schalke Schlager (ankle) was named to the match-day squad for Saturday's clash with Schalke.
Impact Schlager had been a regular starter before suffering the ankle problem that kept him sidelined from mid-March to early May. It will be the midfielder's fourth straight appearance off the bench, having logged just 10 combined minutes in the prior three outings. With his ankle issue seemingly behind him, Schlager should reclaim his spot in the starting XI next season.
MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Making progress in return Schlager (ankle) participated in team training for the first time since undergoing surgery in March.
Impact Schlager has had a remarkable recovery from his ankle surgery and has returned to team training Thursday. There could be a chance that the midfielder could return before the season ends after recovering ahead of schedule. Before going down, he's started in 23 of the 26 games played in all competitions, totaling a goal, an assist and 52 tackles (30 won) in that span.
MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Begins recovery work Schlager (ankle) began individual training for the first time since undergoing ankle surgery in March.
Impact Schlager is making great progress in his recovery by training on the grass individually for the first time since undergoing ankle surgery a month ago. He is still expected to miss the rest of the season but could be ready for the start of the next campaign if there is not setback in his recovery.
APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Undergoes season ending surgery Schlager (ankle) will miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery for a syndesmosis ligament injury on his right ankle.
Impact This is a big blow for Schlager, who had been a regular starter for Leipzig this season. Konrad Laimer will likely take his spot as defensive midfielder for the rest of the campaign.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers ankle injury Schalger was forced off in the second half of Friday's 2-1 loss to Dortmund due to an ankle injury.
Impact Schlager left the pitch after being caught on the right ankle by Anthony Modeste. More information about the midfielder's extent of injury should be available in the buildup to next week's match against Monchengladbach.
MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists Saturday Schlager assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Wolfsburg.
Impact Schlager provided an assist from central midfield during the one-sided rout Saturday. The midfielder isn't often a major offensive option, but made the most of a one-sided rout to get on the scoresheet. Schlager will likely see less room offensively during a tough mid-week clash with Manchester City.
FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in draw Schlager generated four tackles (one won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against 1. FC Koln.
Impact Schlager was busy behind the ball throughout Saturday's clash, shutting Koln down alongside Konrad Laimer. While Schlager might not have major offensive upside he has built a solid floor off of his consistently good defensive work.
FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
