Dan Zagadou - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Out with muscular thigh injury Zagadou has sustained a muscular injury to the back of his thigh in the friendly against Everton while contesting for the ball, and will be unavailable for training and matches in...

Impact Zagadou had been forced off in the 33rd minute of that match, initially thought to be only a cautious substitution, but this updated diagnosis confirms a more significant setback than first believed. His absence now casts doubt over his availability for the start of the season, and his recovery timeline will be worth monitoring as Stuttgart continues preseason preparations.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Injured during friendly Zagadou had to leave Saturday's friendly against Everton in the 33rd minute due to a muscular injury, but was only removed to be cautious, according to Daniel Haug of Kicker.

Impact Zagadou picked up an injury in Stuttgart's most recent friendly, leaving some questions to be answered. However, the defender was only pulled as a cautious move and wanted to continue, likely leaving little to worry about for him. He will have another chance to return to play on Aug. 15 against Fulham in their next friendly.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Signs contract extension Zagadou has signed a one-year contract extension with Stuttgart until June 2027, the club announced.

Impact Zagadou made eight competitive appearances this season after fighting back from a lengthy injury absence, making his Bundesliga comeback in the matchday 31 home draw against Werder Bremen. Zagadou has now made 53 appearances for Stuttgart since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, contributing two goals and two assists across a spell that has included Bundesliga survival via the relegation playoff, a runners-up finish and two consecutive Champions League qualifications. Sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth praised his footballing qualities, personality and determination to fight back from repeated injury setbacks, with Zagadou himself expressing his gratitude for the club's trust and his commitment to delivering his best performances in the upcoming season.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Dortmund Zagadou (undisclosed) has returned to full training and is in contention for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, according to coach Sebastian Hoeness. "We have almost all players ba...

Impact Zagadou had missed the last three months with a muscle injury but he is fully back fit after recovering during the international break. His progression to full sessions is a timely step forward, and while he has primarily been used as a substitute this season, having him back in the squad gives Stuttgart valuable depth in central defense for the final stretch of the campaign.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Zagadou (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Mainz.

Impact Zagadou remains out for Saturday's clash against Mainz despite recently returning to training with the group after missing the last three months due to a muscle injury. The center-back is not yet ready to be involved on matchday. He had mainly been used as a substitute prior to the injury and will hope to return to that role soon.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Saturday Zagadou (undisclosed) trained normally with the group and could be available for Saturday's clash against Mainz, according to coach Sebastian Hoeness. "Zagadou is training normally...

Impact Zagadou trained normally with the group and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Mainz after missing the last three months due to a muscle injury. The center-back was mainly used as a substitute prior to the injury and is expected to return to a similar role for the remainder of the season.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Joins team for training Zagadou (undisclosed) trained with his teammates ahead of Thursday's match against Celtic, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness. "Dan-Axel also trains with the team again."

Impact Zagadou is training again this week but is making a push to play, with the defender able to train with his teammates. This will likely leave him as a late call heading into most matches moving forward until he actually makes his return, on the brink of seeing the field again. He has yet to play since November, appearing in three games before the injury but mainly going unused.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting to train Zagadou (undisclosed) is back in training but not yet an option, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness. "Daxo is back in training, but not quite there yet."

Impact Zagadou is not yet an option for the club, but is seeing a positive update, as the defender is at least training again. This comes after he last played in 2025, out since mid-November. He will look to likely return in February, still battling his conditioning.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't feature again in 2025 Zagadou (undisclosed) suffered a muscle injury and won't play again in 2025, according to the club.

Impact Zagadou missed the last two games due to suffering a muscle injury that will also rule him out for the rest of the year. This is a blow for Stuttgart since they have numerous injuries in the backline already and will be short with Zagadou missing as well, although he should hold a bench role mainly once fully back fit at the start of 2026.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular injury Zagadou (undisclosed) suffered a muscular injury and is ruled out for Sunday's clash against Hamburger, coach Sebastian Hoeness said in the press conference.

Impact Zagadou suffered a new injury in recent days and won't be an option for Sunday's clash against the Red Shorts. The center-back has been struggling with injuries in the recent seasons and seems to be set for more with this new muscular issue. Zagadou's absence won't impact the starting XI since he has mainly been a bench option since his return.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Thursday Zagadou played 10 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 2-0 win over Feyenoord.

Impact Zagadou came off the bench and played the final 10 minutes of Thursday's clash. The defender has been struggling with a muscular issue, but was deemed fit enough for the bench on Thursday. He has made just two appearances this season due to poor form and injuries.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Zagadou (strain) was spotted back in team training on Tuesday and should return for Thursday's clash against Feyenoord in the Europa League, coach Sebastian Hoeness said in the pre...

Impact Zagadou missed the last game against Leipzig due to a strain but should be back available for Thursday's clash against Feyenoord after training with the team in recent days. The center-back had started the game prior to his muscular issue and could hold a decent role for Stuttgart once fully fit.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Zagadou (strain) is not available for Saturday's clash against Leipzig, coach Sebastian Hoeness said in the press conference. "Daxo has reacted muscularly to the strain."

Impact Zagadou was forced off in the 74th minute of Sunday's clash against Mainz and has reacted muscularly to the strain, leaving him unavailable for the time being. His timeline for return is uncertain, but that setback should make him miss several weeks at least. Zagadou is expected to hold a rotational role when fit, therefore his absence won't impact the starting XI.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Zagadou was forced off the field in the 74th minute of Sunday's 2-1 win against Mainz due to an apparent injury.

Impact Zagadou would be taken off the field with just 16 minutes left in Sunday's match but it still appeared to be due to injury. The defender had just earned his first start and appearance of the season, so this is a tough development. He will hope for only minor issues and a return to the team sheet next outing, although a rotational role is likley to continue moving forward.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers setback Zagadou (knee) suffered a setback in his recovery, Stuttgart announced.

Impact Zagadou departed training camp to begin individual rehab again after aggravating a knee injury. It's yet another issue for the already injury-plagued defender. He last appeared in a match in September 2024, and seems set to miss the Bundesliga opener. Even when fit Zagadou is unlikely to be anything more than a depth option.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering well Zagadou (knee) is recovering well and could return for Sunday's clash with Augsburg, per manager Sebastian Hoeness.

Impact Zagadou is recovering from a long-term knee injury but is doing well and could return before the end of the season. The defender only has two more matches to try and return before the end of the Bundesliga.

MAY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in indoor training Zagadou (knee) has been spotted back in indoor training, the club announced.

Impact Zagadou suffered a second knee injury at the start of the season and has been recovering since his surgery in October. The defender returned to indoor training Tuesday, although his return to competition before the end of the season remains uncertain. He is unlikely to be rushed back to avoid any setbacks, but his return to indoor training is a positive sign for his eventual return to the pitch.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes knee surgery Zagadou underwent successful knee surgery on his collateral ligament suffered back in September as he is set to miss the next few months, the team announced.

Impact Zagadou had to undergo a second knee surgery after suffering a second knee injury following his return from an ACL tear. He will now have a longer recovery time than before, as the defender is not expected to make an appearances until well into 2025.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reinjures ACL Zagadou has reinjured his knee and is set to sit out indefinitely, per manager Sebastian HoeneB. "Zagadou has unfortunately injured the lateral ligament in his knee again and will...

Impact This is unfortunate news for Zagadou, who just returned from an ACL tear suffered in February. Returning after just seven months, the defender looked to have rushed his process and will now miss more time until he recovers fully. He only came off the bench three times, totaling just one interception and one clearances.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes season debut Zagadou recorded no stats in Saturday's 3-1 win against Monchengladbach. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 88th minute.

Impact Zagadou made his season debut Saturday after suffering a torn ACL back in February. He is expected to be a started once the defender is back to full form, having started 16 times in 19 appearances in 2023/24, totaling a goal while averaging about 3.8 clearances per game.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Zagadou (knee) started in Thursday's friendly against Kaiserslautern.

Impact Zagadou has returned after missing the opening two matches of the season, with the defender having started in a friendly Thursday. This is positive news for the club, as he should be considered fit moving forward now. He is likely to see decent time, starting in 16 of his 19 appearances last campaign.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses opener Zagadou (knee) won't be an option for Saturday's trip to Freiburg, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.

Impact Zagadou won't be available for Saturday's Bundesliga opener. The defender is another on the long list of Stuttgart defenders struggling with injury. Jeff Chabot appears to be in line for the start with Zagadou on the sideline for Saturday's trip.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Travels with team for pre-season Zagadou (knee) is working on his rehabilitation with the team in Japan but will not compete in a friendly, according to George Moissidis of Kicker.

Impact Zagadou continues to progress in his rehabilitation process following his surgery in February of last season, as after training individually to start the offseason, he is now training with the team during their pre-season tour. However, he will not play in a friendly, leaving his availability for the start of the season up in the air. He started in 16 of his 19 appearances before his injury and was a regular starter, so the club and defender will look for him to be fit to start the campaign, likely being held out for cautionary reasons.

AUGUST 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Zagadou (knee) was spotted in training during Thursday's session.

Impact The defender has been completing some parts of team training before proceeding to his individual session with conditioning coach Martin Franz. It remains to be seen if he'll be ready for the start of the season in mid-August, but there's no question Zagadou is trending in the right direction.

JULY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes one tackle as sub Zagadou registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Hoffenheim.

Impact Zagadou subbed on in the 64th minute and could not help Sttutgart avoid the home loss. The centerback was back from an undisclosed injury and did not miss any time. He started in six of their nine games so far, coming off the bench in all the other three.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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