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Training individually Ben Seghir (strain) is training individually but remains weeks away from returning to action.

Impact Ben Seghir's start to life in Leverkusen has been marred by injuries, and aside from this being his third fitness-related issue since the preseason, he's been limited to just 10 minutes off the bench across all competitions. He's weeks away from being an option for the coaching staff, but at least he's already working hard on his return with an eye toward resuming group training in the coming weeks.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Facing several weeks out Ben Seghir (muscle) is expected to remain sidelined for several weeks due to his latest muscular injury, according to coach Carles Martinez. "It's not something big, it will be som...

Impact Ben Seghir is dealing with his third injury setback since the beginning of preseason, further disrupting his efforts to establish a consistent role at Bayer Leverkusen. The attacking midfielder missed Saturday's 4-3 Bundesliga victory over Mainz, and coach Martinez latest comments indicate that he will require several weeks of recovery before returning to competitive action. Although the injury is not considered serious, the recurring muscular problems remain a concern for the club, particularly given his limited continuity since joining the squad. Ben Seghir is expected to miss multiple upcoming fixtures, with his eventual return dependent on his rehabilitation progress and ability to resume full team training.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids serious muscle injury Ben Seghir (muscle) is not expected to face an extended absence after missing Saturday's 4-3 Bundesliga win over Mainz, according to sporting director Simon Rolfes, per BILD. "He w...

Impact Ben Seghir has suffered his third injury setback since the start of preseason, interrupting his efforts to establish a consistent role at Bayer Leverkusen. Although the latest muscular problem is not considered serious, further examinations are needed to determine the exact recovery timeline. His repeated fitness issues have limited his continuity, and his availability will depend on the results of the additional assessments.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with muscle injury Ben Seghir (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Mainz after suffering a minor muscle injury, according to the club.

Impact Ben Seghir continues to deal with fitness issues after recently making his season debut in the Europa League following an extended injury absence. The attacker had already missed Leverkusen's 2-0 win over RB Leipzig due to muscular tightness before returning to individual training, but his latest setback has prevented him from being available Saturday. He also remained with the club during the international break rather than joining Morocco, allowing him additional recovery time. Although the injury is described as minor, Ben Seghir has yet to establish a regular role this season, and his availability for the next fixture will depend on his recovery progress.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Working individually Ben Seghir trained individually Tuesday after missing Sunday's 2-0 win over RB Leipzig due to minor muscular tightness, according to the club.

Impact Ben Seghir is dealing with a minor setback shortly after making his season debut in the Europa League following an extended injury absence. The attacker is not believed to have suffered a new injury, but Leverkusen are continuing to manage his workload as he works back toward full fitness. With Ben Seghir not joining Morocco during the international break, he will have additional time to recover and build his conditioning ahead of the Oct. 10 match against Mainz.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first appearance of season Ben Seghir (thigh) made his first competitive appearance of the season as a late substitute in Thursday's 2-0 Europa League win over NK Celje after recovering from a muscle injury...

Impact Ben Seghir picked up a thigh muscle injury in mid-July and ended up missing nearly two months after his expected two-to-three-week absence extended considerably. He gradually resumed team training at the end of August and was involved in large parts of sessions by early September before returning to competitive action for the final 10 minutes against NK Celje. His first appearance of the season indicates that the rehabilitation process has gone well enough for him to resume match involvement, with his workload likely to increase as he continues to regain his competitive sharpness.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Likely against NK Celje Ben Seghir (thigh) was spotted in team training again Tuesday and should be an option for Wednesday's Europa League opener against NK Celje, the club posted.

Impact Ben Seghir had already been ruled out of the recent match against Augsburg despite reports saying he was fit to play again following the thigh injury he sustained in mid-July, stretching his absence to nearly two months beyond the original four-week projection. His confirmed full training now offers stronger hope for his first involvement of the season, positioning him to begin contributing to the rotation alongside Ibrahim Maza during the club's busy upcoming stretch.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Ben Seghir (thigh) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Ben Seghir has been unable to earn a place in the matchday squad despite Kicker reporting he was fit to play again following the thigh injury he sustained in mid-July that stretched his absence to nearly two months beyond the original four-week projection. Coach Carles Martinez had made clear he sees the technically gifted attacker as an important piece this season, making his continued absence a frustrating development for a side that had been looking forward to having him available. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored closely, with the club eager to integrate him into the rotation as soon as possible alongside Ibrahim Maza during the upcoming busy stretch of matches.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Augsburg Ben Seghir (thigh) is fit to play again and could be included in the squad for the first time this season for Saturday's match against Augsburg, according to Kicker.

Impact Ben Seghir originally suffered his thigh injury in mid July before the first preseason friendly, and what was expected to be around a four week absence stretched to nearly two months. Coach Carles Martinez, who knows the technically gifted attacker well from his time in France, is said to see him as an important piece this season, with sporting director Simon Rolfes noting Martinez was surprised how little Ben Seghir had featured previously at Leverkusen. His return would give the club a valuable option capable of unlocking compact defenses alongside Ibrahim Maza, and also allow Martinez to manage Maza's workload during the upcoming busy stretch of matches.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Not an option Saturday Ben Seghir (thigh) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin.

Impact Ben Seghir has been unable to pass his late fitness test despite coach Carles Martinez Novell expressing optimism after the midfielder had recently begun taking part in portions of team training following the muscular injury he sustained in July. The assessment after Friday's session went against him, extending his absence beyond the recent match against Elversberg and into the Union Berlin fixture. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored closely as Leverkusen continue to manage his recovery carefully.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Union Berlin Ben Seghir (thigh) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin, according to coach Carles Martinez Novell. "Eliesse is near, we have to check after training."

Impact Ben Seghir had been dealing with a muscular injury suffered in July that ruled him out of the recent match against Elversberg, though he has recently begun taking part in portions of team training as an encouraging step in his recovery. His status will continue to be assessed as Leverkusen approaches the match.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Ben Seghir (thigh) remains unavailable for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Elversberg as he continues his recovery from a muscular injury suffered in July, according to coach C...

Impact Ben Seghir is progressing toward a return but is not yet ready for competitive action after spending several weeks on the sidelines. The 21-year-old has recently begun taking part in portions of team training, an encouraging step after his extended absence. He will need additional time to build up his workload before returning to the matchday squad, with no firm date yet established for his comeback.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to partial team training Ben Seghir (thigh) took part in portions of team training Tuesday, his first involvement since suffering the injury, according to ksta.

Impact Ben Seghir is making progress in his recovery from a thigh muscle injury that has kept him out for around five weeks. He has now partially rejoined team training, marking another step toward a return, though he will likely need more time to build back up before being considered for a full matchday role.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out two to three weeks Ben Seghir will be sidelined for at least two to three weeks due to a muscle injury in his right thigh, according to BILD.

Impact Ben Seghir will miss important preseason sessions as a result, though he is still expected to travel with the squad to Leverkusen's training camp in Blankenhain from Aug. 1 to 7, where he will complete individual rehab and conditioning work rather than full training. Ben Seghir had a good first week, therefore this new setback is a blow and the timing is especially unfortunate given the Moroccan winger was looking to make a fresh impression under new head coach Carles Martinez Novell after an inconsistent debut season with the Werkself, with this setback now costing him valuable time in the competition for a starting spot.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out indefinitely Ben Seghir (undisclosed) picked up an injury during the warmup before Saturday's friendly against Baumberg and is out until further notice, according to the club.

Impact Ben Seghir had already been sidelined for a stretch at the end of last season with an ankle issue before eventually working his way back into the rotation. This latest setback is a new blow just as preseason gets underway, and further details on the nature and severity of the injury will be needed before his timeline for a return becomes clear.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Back available after ankle injury Ben Seghir (ankle) has recovered from his injury and is available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, according to coach Kasper Hjulmand, per Die Zeit.

Impact Ben Seghir had been sidelined since December with the ankle issue, making his return to availability a welcome development for Leverkusen's attacking options heading into the final stretch. The Moroccan midfielder is expected to slot back into a rotational role rather than jumping straight into the starting lineup, but having him back in the mix gives manager Hjulmand more depth and creativity in the final stretch of the campaign.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Option against Heidenheim Ben Seghir (ankle) has trained fully this week and is an option for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim, according to coach Kasper Hjulmand.

Impact Ben Seghir has bounced back from the ankle injury that kept him sidelined since December and is back in the mix for Saturday's showdown against Heidenheim. The attacking midfielder is expected to get minutes off the bench as he works his way back to full fitness. From there, he'll look to push for a bigger role in the rotation with the Werkself.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Ben Seghir (ankle) was spotted back in team training Monday for the first time since his injury, the club posted.

Impact Ben Seghir was back in team training Monday for the first time since suffering an ankle injury in December and will now look to rebuild his fitness over the coming sessions before pushing for a return to the matchday squad. That said, he remains off the Champions League roster for this round against Arsenal, ruling him out of the midweek clash. His first realistic chance to return should therefore come Saturday against Heidenheim.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return against Bayern Ben Seghir (ankle) should resume team training soon and will likely aim a return against Bayern on March. 14, according to Kicker.

Impact Ben Seghir has been out of action since January with an ankle injury but is expected to get back on the training pitch with the squad soon, targeting a return against Bayern on March. 14. That's a welcome boost for the Werkself as it adds another attacking option to the mix. That said, his role in the squad remains up in the air after he was reportedly close to leaving the club during the transfer window.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return in March Ben Seghir (ankle) is unlikely to return before the month of March due to injury, according to Kicker.

Impact Ben Seghir returned from AFCON with an ankle injury that is expected to sideline him for at least another month. The Morocco international was removed from the Champions League squad and is only projected to return in a bench role once fully fit, as he failed to convince head coach Kasper Hjulmand.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 29 • Associated Press

Suffers ankle injury Ben Seghir is ruled out for the time being due to an ankle injury suffered during the AFCON, the club announced.

Impact Ben Seghir won't be available for some time due to an ankle injury he suffered before the final of the AFCON with Morocco. The attacking midfielder featured only 11 games across all competitions for the Werkself and was reportedly also on the move during the transfer window, rising doubts about his future at the club even when he will be back to full fitness.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Heading out for AFCON Ben Seghir has been called up by Morocco for the AFCON starting Dec. 21 and ending Jan. 18, according to Actu Foot Afrique.

Impact Ben Seghir was called by Morocco for the AFCON and will miss all the games until at least the clash against Stuttgart on Jan. 10, although he could miss more games if Morocco perform well in the competition. The forward has been only a bench option this season for the Werkself, therefore his absence won't impact the starting XI.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes club debut Ben Seghir took three off target shots and crossed once inaccurately during Thursday's 2-2 draw with Copenhagen.

Impact Ben Seghir made his club debut and tied for the team-high in shots despite subbing off the pitch after 67 minutes. The attacker could find his way into the XI for a second straight match at the weekend against Gladbach as he's one of the brightest attacking options at the club.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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