Fabian Schär is retained at Newcastle until June 2027. The 34-year-old defender earns £47,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Fabian Schär
Current Club: Newcastle
🌍 Swiss
💰 Weekly Wage: £47,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2027 (10 months remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
Fabian Schär earns 8.3% below the average defender wage of £51,272/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
Fabian Lukas Schär, also known as Fabian Schär, is a professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Premier League club Newcastle United and the Switzerland national team.
He started youth football at his hometown club FC Wil. In 2009, Schar made his debut for the senior side.
Fabian Lukas signed for Newcastle in 2018.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Fabian Schär's contract expire?
Fabian Schär's current contract expires on June 30, 2027.
How much does Fabian Schär earn per week?
Fabian Schär earns approximately £47,000 per week.
Who does Fabian Schär play for?
Fabian Schär currently plays for Newcastle.
What position does Fabian Schär play?
Fabian Schär plays as a defender.
How old is Fabian Schär?
Fabian Schär is 34 years old.
What is Fabian Schär's annual salary?
Annualised, Fabian Schär's basic salary is approximately £2,444,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £47,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Fabian Schär sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Fabian Schär can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2026, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2027.
How many months are left on Fabian Schär's contract?
Fabian Schär has approximately 10 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2027. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does Fabian Schär's wage compare to other defenders?
Fabian Schär earns roughly 92% of the position average — the average defender in our database earns £51,272 per week, so Fabian Schär is paid 92% of the position average.
When was Fabian Schär born?
Fabian Schär was born on December 20, 1991, making the player 34 years old as of today.