Fabian Schär, born on 20 December 1991 (age 34), is a Swiss central defender with Newcastle United, where he wears the number 5 shirt. His current market value is around £6m, according to Transfermarkt.
His early senior football included FC Wil 1900, where his most productive league season came in 2011-2012: five goals in 26 appearances. That remains the clear attacking peak of a career otherwise built around defending rather than padding the goals column.
At Newcastle, Schär remains a regular first-team presence in 2025-2026 rather than a name being carried by reputation. He has made 21 appearances in all competitions this season, including 16 in the Premier League, two in the League Cup – where he has scored once – and three in the Champions League.
Schär’s career is that of an experienced Swiss defender still holding a place in a demanding Newcastle side. He is not a Celtic figure, but he remains a relevant first-team player at a level where passengers tend not to last long.
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