Club Career Achievements:

• Red Bull Salzburg:

  • Austrian Bundesliga Titles (2015-16, 2016-17)

  • Austrian Cup (2015, 2017)

  • Consistently among the top performers for Salzburg in domestic and European competitions.

• VfL Wolfsburg:

  • UEFA Champions League Qualification (2021-2022)

  • Top 4 Bundesliga finishes (2019-2020, 2020-2021)

  • Regular contributor in Wolfsburg’s midfield during European and domestic campaigns.

• RB Leipzig:

  • DFB-Pokal Winner (2022–2023)

  • Top 3 Bundesliga finishes (2022–2023, 2023–2024)

  • Consistent fixture in Leipzig’s midfield, contributing to their Champions League campaigns and domestic success.

Playing Style at the Club Level

• Defensive Capabilities: Schlager is primarily known for his ability to break up opposition attacks. He is tough in tackles and effective at intercepting passes.

• Passing and Playmaking: While he’s a defensive midfielder, Schlager has excellent passing vision and is capable of distributing the ball over long distances. He often switches play quickly to help his team transition.

• Stamina and Work Ethic: His high stamina allows him to cover a lot of ground, making him effective both in defense and when supporting offensive transitions.

• Leadership: At each club, Schlager has shown leadership qualities, whether through his play or his attitude on the pitch.