ÖFB internationals Romano Schmid and Florian Grillitsch are officially heading to Italy, completing a high-profile double transfer to Serie A side Frosinone Calcio. According to official club announcements reported by regional and national outlets, the Austrian duo signed matching deals to bolster the Italian club’s midfield ahead of the upcoming campaign.
Florian Grillitsch joins the Serie A outfit on a free transfer from Portuguese side SC Braga, putting pen to paper on an initial one-year contract running through June 2027. According to verified transfer disclosures, the agreement includes an option for Frosinone to extend the stay further. Meanwhile, Romano Schmid makes the jump from Bundesliga side Werder Bremen in a deal worth millions in guaranteed payments, which includes easily achievable performance bonuses. Reports indicate the total financial package for Schmid could eventually climb higher, with the attacking midfielder committing to a four-year contract in Italy.
Financial Breakdown and Contract Structures
The financial figures highlight distinct paths for the two Austrian national team players. Grillitsch arrives without a transfer fee after his spell at SC Braga, giving Frosinone a seasoned operator on a short-term trial with long-term control via the 2027 option. For Schmid, Werder Bremen commanded a guaranteed multi-million fee, reflecting his value as a creative hub in the German top flight. The structured bonuses embedded in Schmid’s transfer mean Werder could net up to higher totals if performance triggers are met during his four-year term.
