Revealed: Eddie Howe's stance on Fabian Schar contract as clubs eye Newcastle swoop

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(Credit: Imago) Tue 10 March 2026 14:14, UK Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is keen for centre-back Fabian Schar to land a new contract before the end of the season, sources have told Football Insider.The 34-year-old could leave St James’ Park as a free agent this summer, and it is understood that several clubs are already eyeing up the chance to table an offer to him if he does depart. Newcastle’s transfer plans are already being formed for next season, and it has now become clear that Howe does not want to see Schar sign elsewhere.

VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Eddie Howe’s role for Fabian Schar is clearSchar has made over 250 appearances for Newcastle since his arrival from Deportivo La Coruna in the summer of 2028, and he continues to be an important member of the squad. The defender has surpassed 40 games in all competitions in each of the last three seasons, and Howe has relied on him to be a staple of his defence since he took the reins at St James’.Injuries have affected his involvement somewhat this term, but the veteran has still been fit enough to feature in 16 Premier League games, up until the injury that he sustained on 7 January.

Newcastle are not blessed with a wealth of options at the centre of their backline, and Howe has been forced to constantly rotate between the trio of Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman and Dan Burn. Schar’s inability to be involved in matchday squads at the moment has limited his involvement around the squad of late, but he remains a key figure within the group.