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Extends Leipzig loan stay Gruda will remain with RB Leipzig for the 2026-27 season after the club agreed to extend his loan from Brighton & Hove Albion, the club announced.

Impact Gruda made an immediate impact after arriving on loan in February, recording three goals and three assists in 14 competitive appearances while helping Leipzig secure Champions League qualification. The attacking midfielder quickly established himself as a valuable offensive option, highlighted by a goal and an assist in his home debut against Wolfsburg and a two-goal, one-assist performance in a 5-0 win over Hoffenheim. Still only 22 years old, Gruda brings experience from spells with Mainz, Brighton and Leipzig, totaling 11 goals and 14 assists across 90 professional appearances. He is expected to remain an important part of Leipzig's attack as the club prepares to compete in the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal and Champions League next season.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Heading back to Brighton Gruda will return to parent club Brighton following the conclusion of his loan spell at RB Leipzig.

Impact Gruda joined Leipzig in February after making 18 Premier League appearances for Brighton, recording one goal and one assist. He quickly found his rhythm back in the Bundesliga, tallying three goals and three assists across 755 minutes during his loan spell. After thriving once again in the league where he first broke through with Mainz, the attacking midfielder now returns to Brighton, where his role for the 2026/27 Premier League campaign will be decided in the coming weeks.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Gruda had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing twice (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Gruda entered the match at halftime and set up Christoph Baumgartner in the 80th for Leipzig's lone goal. The assist was the first goal involvement since March 20th, which was also his last league start, as he's combined for four shots, three chances created and six crosses over his last three appearances.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Gruda (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Monchengladbach.

Impact Gruda rejoined team training Friday after gradually increasing his intensity following adductor issues, recovering enough to earn a spot in the squad ahead of the weekend fixture. Coach Ole Werner had left his involvement to be decided after the final training session, and opted to ease the forward back with a bench role rather than throwing him straight in. He had recorded two goals and an assist in the match prior to the injury and will look to make an impact from the substitutes if called upon.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Saturday Gruda (strain) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Monchengladbach, according to coach Ole Werner. "Gruda is gradually increasing his intensity after adductor issues and is...

Impact Gruda is expected to rejoin the squad Friday and will be tested to determine if he is fit for Saturday's clash against Monchengladbach. The versatile forward had recorded two goals and one assist in the match prior to the injury and could push for a starting spot if available, with the ability to feature both as a winger and in midfield.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Gruda (strain) was in individual training Tuesday, according to his club.

Impact Gruda is seeing some progress from a return this week after he suffered a groin injury last week, with the attacker training individually on the lawn. That said, he is still not ready for a return, needing to train with the group first. His club faces Gladbach on Saturday in their next contest, looking unlikely to make the match at the moment.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers adductor injury Gruda is dealing with an adductor injury and is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Bremen, according to coach Ole Werner. "Gruda will not be part of the squad due to adductor i...

Impact Gruda is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Bremen after already missing U21 matches with the national team due to the injury. The versatile forward had started six of the last seven matches, recording two goals and two assists during that span, so his absence could be felt, with Yan Diomande and Antonio Nusa expected to start on the wings in the meantime.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Misses match with muscle problems Gruda is out for Germany's U21s friendly on Tuesday due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Gruda is not playing with his national team Tuesday, as the attacker has instead missed out due to some muscle issues. This will likely end his camp as he returns from Leipzig for further assessment, hoping nothing major has appeared. With six starts in their past seven games, the club will want him in for further examination, hoping this is just a scare and he can return Saturday against Bremen.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Gruda and Baumgartner score two each as Leipzig hammers Hoffenheim

Brajan Gruda and Christoph Baumgartner have score twice each and Leipzig has overrun Hoffenheim 5-0 in the Bundesliga

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Involved in three of five goals Gruda scored two goals and provided an assist while taking three shots (all on goal), crossing once inaccurately, creating four chances and making three tackles (winning all three)...

Impact Gruda scored in the 17th and 30th minutes and set up Christoph Baumgartner in the 30th while leading Leipzig in shots, chances created and tackles during the one sided win. The goal involvements were the first since February 15th for the attacker as he's combined for five shots, five chances created and a cross over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in draw Gruda scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and five chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Gruda scored and assisted Sunday, doing everything to earn the point in a match that Leipzig really should have won. The attacking midfielder already matched his goal contribution total in the Premier League in just his second match back in the Bundesliga. Whether that's related to the system he's playing in or the level of the league, it's a nice sign for Gruda and Leipzig.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Leipzig on loan Gruda has joined Leipzig on loan from Brighton until the end of the season, his parent club announced. "Brajan wants regular football, and we are not able to guarantee him that in...

Impact Gruda joined Brighton from Mainz in the summer of 2024 after a breakthrough season in the Bundesliga and has made 45 appearances for the Seagulls across all competitions, scoring four goals and providing eight assists.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Unused substitute Saturday Gruda (undisclosed) remained an unused substitute in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Everton, confirming he is back available for Brighton.

Impact Gruda returned to the match squad during Saturday's clash against the Toffees after overcoming a small issue suffered in training and remained an unused substitute. The forward is expected to be a rotational option when the whole squad is fit, therefore his return didn't impact the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with injury Gruda (undisclosed) is dealing with an apparent injury and ruled out for Saturday's clash against Fulham, according to Andy Naylor from The Athletic.

Impact Gruda didn't make the squad for Saturday's clash against the Cottagers after dealing with an apparent injury. The attacking midfielder will likely be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of the issue and the timeline he will require to come back. Gruda has been a regular starter for the Seagulls, therefore his absence forces a change in the starting squad, with Diego Gomez starting on the right wing and Pascal Gross getting the number 10 role on Saturday.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 12 • YOUTUBE

Appears from bench Gruda recorded no stats in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Manchester City.

Impact Gruda dropped to the bench after he earned the start last time out, starting in five of the club's past eight games. He would only appear for 13 minutes, not registering any significant stats. That said, he has yet to earn a goal since earning the raise in minutes, with one goal and an assist all season.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Bees Gruda (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Brentford.

Impact Gruda has cleared his minor knee injury over the international break and is back available for Saturday's clash against the Bees. That said, he returns to a place on the bench for the Seagulls and is expected to keep that role moving forward. His presence will give the team depth and cover in the wide areas if needed during the match.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fully recovered from injury Gruda (knee) fully recovered from his injury and is available for Saturday's clash against Brentford, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to Johnny Cantor...

Impact Gruda has cleared his minor knee injury over the international break and is back available for Saturday's clash against the Bees. That said, his return won't impact the starting squad since he is expected to be a bench option for the Seagulls moving forward.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still not ready yet Gruda (knee) won't be an option for Sunday's clash against Crystal Palace, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to The Argus.

Impact Gruda is still recovering from his knee injury and isn't yet an option for Sunday's clash against Palace. The midfielder has mainly been a bench option for the Seagulls this season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting lineup.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Gruda (knee) remains out for Saturday's clash against Leeds United, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference. "Also, the players who are still affected by small issues st...

Impact Gruda has been dealing with a knee issue and will likely miss a third game in a row since the game against Leeds United on Saturday is coming too soon for the attacking midfielder, except a late minute surprise. That said, coach Fabian Hurzeler look optimistic, suggesting Gruda could potentially return for next Sunday's clash against Crystal Palace if everything goes as planned. The attacking midfielder has mainly been a bench option this season and is expected to hold that role once fully back fit for the Seagulls.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Man United Gruda (knee) is not in the squad for Saturday's game against Manchester United.

Impact Gruda was initially deemed a late call for this clash, but he won't be available off the bench. He's reportedly close to being fit enough to see action, so he might be able to return when Brighton take on Leeds United on Saturday, Nov. 1.

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Saturday Gruda (knee) is close to return and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Manchester United, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference.

Impact Gruda is very close to making his return from a knee injury that made him miss the last game. The attacking midfielder will likely be assessed after the final training session to determine if he can make the match squad against the Red Devils on Saturday. Gruda has mainly been a bench option for the Seagulls and is expected to keep that role if fit.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Newcastle Gruda (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Newcastle, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, according to The Argus.

Impact Gruda suffered a knee injury during international duty with the German U21 team and is ruled out for Saturday's clash against the Magpies. This is a blow for the Seagulls as they don't have fully fit options in the frontline, with several forwards also dealing with issues. That said, Gruda has mostly been a bench option this season and his absence is unlikely to impact the starting XI.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Withdraws from national team Gruda (knee) was forced to withdraw from the German U21 team, and is questionable for Saturday's clash with Newcastle.

Impact Gruda didn't play with the German U21 team during the international break due to the knee issue, though the injury isn't thought to be serious. Gruda will need to pass some late fitness tests to get fit for Saturday's showdown with Newcastle, if he's fit he should be a contributor, though he's only started two matches this season.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chance creation and assist Gruda logged a chance created and an assist during Brighton & Hove Albion's 3-1 win Saturday at Chelsea.

Impact Gruda's chance creation is a through ball to Danny Welbeck, who subsequently scored. For the 2025-26 Premier League, the German's latest assist is his first.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Gruda and Baumgartner score two each as Leipzig hammers Hoffenheim