Newcastle United agree deal with bargain defender - Eddie Howe & Ross Wilson are delighted
Newcastle United centre-back Fabian Schar has signed a new contract with the club.
Fabian Schar has signed a new one-year contract at Newcastle United, taking him into his ninth season at St James’ Park.
Schar’s current deal was set to expire on June 30 but following positive conversations with sporting director Ross Wilson has penned an extension until the end of the 2026-27 season.
The 34-year-old joined from Spanish side Deportivo La Coruna in July 2018 and is widely regarded as one of the best bargains in the club’s recent history, costing just £3million.
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Schar has made over 250 appearances for the Magpies. He spent his early years battling Premier League relegation but since Eddie Howe took charge in November 2021 has played a major role in helping Newcastle to end its 56-year trophy drought by winning the Carabao Cup, as well as qualifying for the Champions League twice.
Howe’s side struggled in the Premier League last season after finishing 12th, but little blame can be laid at Schar’s door. The former Switzerland international last played in January, firstly because of an ankle injury and later a foot infection but is expected to return in time for pre-season.
Fabian Schar on extending stay at Newcastle United
On extending his stay at St James’ Park, Schar said: “I’m really pleased to be staying at the club. I feel like I’ve achieved a lot in my eight years here but I believe there is still much more to come.
“I’m proud to call Newcastle home. Everybody knows how happy I am, both in this city and with this club, so I’m very glad to be continuing that for another year.
“Last season didn’t end the way I wanted in terms of my injury, but my full focus now is on getting back to fitness and helping the team achieve our goals next season.”
Eddie Howe & Ross Wilson on to Fabian Schar’s new deal
“Fabian has been outstanding since I arrived at the football club so I’m really pleased to see that he’ll be staying with us,” Howe added. “He’s a really highly valued member of our squad, not only for his ability on the pitch but also for the leadership and experience he brings to the group.
“Fabian’s form was really strong until injury ended his season. His creative distribution, defensive mentality and huge experience was a big miss towards the end of the last campaign. He has worked tirelessly to regain his fitness and we look forward to seeing him back in action next season.”
Meanwhile, Wilson said: “I’m delighted that Fabian has committed himself to the club and will continue his Newcastle United journey for another year.
“It’s clear how highly regarded he is by everybody at the club. He’s made a really positive impact during his eight years here and we believe he still has a key role to play both on and off the pitch.
“We had some complex discussions but all involved were keen to reach a conclusion on Fabian’s future quickly following the season’s end, so I’m pleased to have that clarity this early into the summer.
“We look forward to seeing Fabi back in the squad during pre-season.”