"One of the best"

“Top talent!” Rapid strikes at Admira

Jakob Schöller is now a Rapid player.

(Bild: SK Rapid)

"He is one of the best central defenders of his age beyond the country's borders," cheers Head of Sport Markus Katzer. We are talking about Jakob Schöller, who is moving from Admira to Rapid.

According to the press release, Schöller has signed a "long-term contract for four years until summer 2028" with the green-and-white club.

"A privilege"
"I'm really looking forward to the time ahead and the new challenge at SK Rapid. It's a privilege to be able to play for such a great traditional club and I can't wait to get on the pitch," the 18-year-old was quoted as saying.

(Bild: GEPA)

Two goals
Schöller is a 20-time ÖFB youth team player and made his professional debut for Admira in the first ÖFB Cup round in 2022 at the age of 16. In the past season, he scored his first two goals in Austria's second-highest division. A foot injury put him out of action at the end of the season. However, his preparation with Rapid is not in danger. Schöller will wear shirt number 4 at Rapid.

"Convinced of his potential"
"Although Jakob is only 18 years old, he has already proven himself in the second division and has experience in adult soccer," says Markus Katzer: "We are absolutely convinced of his potential and are delighted to have won him over despite numerous international suitors. A big thank you also goes to Admira for their very fair and solution-oriented negotiations, which always focused on the player's well-being."