In February, it was revealed that 28-year-old Austrian central midfielder Xaver Schlager had rejected a contract extension from Leipzig to seek a new challenge. A strong lead suggests England as a potential destination. Bournemouth has confirmed that former Leipzig and Salzburg coach Marco Rose will be their manager next season. Rose is reportedly interested in bringing his former player to the Premier League. The two have previously worked together at Leipzig, which Schlager joined in July 2022, and also in the youth department at Salzburg. It is speculated that Schlager might join Rose for a venture in the Premier League after the World Cup. The Austrian international has 50 caps and 4 goals for his country, and a current Transfermarkt market value of €10.00m.