Xaver Schlager — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
central midfielder · RB Leipzig · GER-Bundesliga · age 29 · €9.5m
Xaver Schlager is a dynamic defensive midfielder with a strong ability to influence the game from deep, showcasing elite ball-winning skills and precise distribution. His top 20% Sofascore rating reflects his quality, underlined by impressive metrics in tackles, interceptions, and accurate final-third passes. While his goal-scoring is not a primary strength, his durability has been a concern, having missed significant time due to injuries. Nonetheless, when fit, he stands as a reliable anchor in midfield for RB Leipzig.
Strengths
- Touches /90
- Accurate final-third passes /90
- Tackles + interceptions /90
- Possession won in att. third /90
Weaknesses
- Non-penalty goals /90
- Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
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FAQ
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- The players most statistically similar to Xaver Schlager (central midfielder) are Ross Barkley, Arthur Atta, Nikolas Nartey, ranked by Doppel on real per-season data.
- What position does Xaver Schlager play?
- Xaver Schlager plays as a central midfielder for RB Leipzig in the GER-Bundesliga.
- What is Xaver Schlager's market value?
- Xaver Schlager's market value is €9.5m.
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