Ilan Sauter

Ilan Benjamin Sauter is a Swiss footballer who plays as a centre back for Swiss Super League club Zürich.

Early life

Born in New York City, aged six Sauter moved to Switzerland, where he started playing for his local club FC Maur. Four years later, he moved to the youth academy of FC Zürich and was promoted to the first team in 2019, at the age of 18.

Sauter made his professional debut for Zürich in a 4–0 Swiss Super League loss to BSC Young Boys on 24 August 2019. Twelve months later, he joined Swiss club Wil on loan. On 10 July 2021, the loan was extended for the 2021–22 season.
On 3 July 2025, Sauter rejoined Zürich on a five-year contract.