Juventus are keeping Xaver Schlager firmly on their radar as they plan their next midfield reinforcement. The Austrian, who currently plays for RB Leipzig, has emerged as a serious target for the Bianconeri, with Damien Comolli reportedly laying the groundwork for a potential move.
According to the latest reports from Matteo Moretto, Juventus regard Schlager as more than just an option — he’s a concrete objective for the summer window. The report suggests that the club have already made initial contact with the player’s representatives to sound out the terms of a possible agreement.
### A Free Agent Opportunity
Schlager’s current contract with Leipzig expires on 30 June, meaning he will be free to negotiate with other clubs from January onward. The 27-year-old, formerly of Wolfsburg, is seen as an attractive market opportunity given his experience in the Bundesliga and his tactical intelligence — qualities that make him an ideal fit for the type of midfield structure Luciano Spalletti is shaping at Juventus.
The Juventus Strategy
The plan from the Juventus hierarchy is clear. They intend to move early in the new year to secure Schlager’s commitment before the competition intensifies. The idea would be to finalise an agreement in principle during the winter months, with an official signing to follow at the end of the season.
Such a move would mirror the club’s recent recruitment strategy — pragmatic, financially disciplined, and focused on players with both experience and leadership potential. For Comolli and his team, landing Schlager on a free transfer would represent both sporting and economic sense, aligning perfectly with Juventus’s renewed long-term vision.
