BSC Old Boys
Born in Basel, Schürpf started his football in the youth system at BSC Old Boys before joining the youth system of FC Basel in 1999. He started his senior football in Basel's under-21 squad and scored 32 goals in 42 appearances. On 29 May 2008, he signed his first professional contract with the club. This has since been renewed and his new contract is valid to June 2014.