Eddie Howe Casts Doubt on Fabian Schar’s Newcastle Future

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Eddie Howe has raised doubts about Fabian Schar's future at Newcastle United due to his ongoing fitness issues and an expiring contract. Schar has not played since January and may miss the rest of the season, potentially leaving the club as a free agent this summer.

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Eddie Howe questions Fabian Schar's future at Newcastle United
Schar has not played since January due to injury and infection
His contract expires this summer, raising concerns about his exit

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NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 4: Eddie Howe the head coach / manager of Newcastle United and Fabian Schar of Newcastle United at full time during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Liverpool FC at St James' Park on December 4, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images) | Getty Images Fabian Schar may have already played his final match for Newcastle United, with uncertainty growing around both his fitness and expiring contract. The 34-year-old has not featured since January after suffering an ankle injury followed by a foot infection, and his return before the end of the season is still unclear. “It’s not 100 per cent sure. His situation was unique because he was close to returning to full fitness and then got this infection,” Howe said. “He is looking stronger in his body, but if he is going to be able to return before the end of the season is unsure.” Howe’s comments leave open the possibility that Schar will miss all remaining Premier League fixtures, thus not playing for NUFC again. That’s because Schar’s contract is set to expire this summer, and all signs points toward his exit as a free agent come July. Reports have indicated that Newcastle are planning to reduce the average age of the squad, placing Schar’s long-term future in doubt despite his importance to the team in the past few years—but not quite this season. Since Howe’s arrival in 2021, only a handful of players have featured more consistently, and his absence has coincided with defensive struggles, but it isn’t fair to put all of the weight of a horrid season on the veteran’s shoulders. Still, Howe stopped short of offering clarity on what comes next and whether or not Schar will still be wearing the black and white stripes next season. “A decision has not yet been made,” Howe said.

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What is Fabian Schar's current injury status with Newcastle United?

Fabian Schar has not played since January due to an ankle injury followed by a foot infection, and his return this season is uncertain.

When does Fabian Schar's contract with Newcastle United expire?

Fabian Schar's contract is set to expire this summer, making him a potential free agent in July.

What did Eddie Howe say about Schar's future at Newcastle United?

Eddie Howe indicated that a decision regarding Schar's future has not yet been made, leaving his status with the team unclear.

Eddie Howe Casts Doubt on Fabian Schar’s Newcastle Future

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