Second-tier league - Rapid Vienna welcomes back Hannover pro Louis Schaub.
Midfielder Louis Schaub is leaving 2. Bundesliga team Hannover 96 and going back to Austrian club Rapid Wien. This was announced by the club on Tuesday. In the capital of his home country, Schaub has signed a four-year contract lasting until the end of the 2027/28 season.
Hannover's sporting director, Marcus Mann, praised Schaub, saying, "He's always been fully committed during his time at 96 and never let us down, even in tough periods. He was also a pleasure to work with on a personal level." Schaub himself stated, "I've been honored to wear the 96 jersey."
Schaub first played professionally for Rapid Wien in August 2012 at age 17. He played for other teams like 1. FC Köln, FC Luzern in Switzerland, and Hamburger SV before joining Hannover in 2022. Last season, the 29-time Austrian national team member scored four goals and gave three assists in 30 league games for Hannover.
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- Louis Schaub's return to Austria is not just to any club; he will be joining Rapid Vienna, the Austrian club where he began his professional career in 2012.
- The Bundesliga 2 team Hannover 96 is losing a valuable asset as Schaub moves to Germany's neighboring country, with Hanover's sporting director expressing gratitude for Schaub's dedication during his tenure.
- In an emotional farewell, Schaub acknowledged his time at Hannover, having played for numerous German clubs, including Hannover, before rejoining Rapid Wien on a four-year contract.
- Louis Schaub's return to Rapid Vienna marks a significant event in Lower Saxony's soccer scene, as the Austrian Midfielder, previously a 29-time national team member in Germany, now prepares to showcase his talents in Austria's top league.
- As a result of the recent transfers, analysts predict potential impacts on the Bundesliga 2 and Austria's first division, as the proven talents of Schaub promise to strengthen Rapid Vienna and possibly weaken teams in the competition.
Source: www.stern.de
