DIOGO LEITE NEWS

Starting vs. Stuttgart Leite (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Stuttgart.

Impact Leite trained fully throughout the week, and he makes an immediate return to the starting lineup as a result. The center-back will return after a one-game absence after not playing in the 2-1 loss to Leverkusen on Nov. 30.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Set for Friday Leite (undisclosed) has trained fully this week and is an option for Friday's match against Stuttgart, according to manager Bo Svensson.

Impact Leite has made solid progress in his rehabilitation program, with the defender fully training this week. This brings him to be fit for Friday's match unless a slight setback takes place before then. He is typically a regular starter, so he will hope to see the start immediately now that he is fit.

DECEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Leite got injured against Wolfsburg and is now back in training with the doctor. He could be available to play against Stuttgart on Friday.

Impact Leite participated in intensive runs during training under the supervision of the team doctor, as reported by his club. He could return for Friday's match against Stuttgart. If he remains unavailable, Leopold Querfeld is expected to start in his place.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Leite (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Leverkusen on Saturday.

Impact Leite misses out on Saturday's fixture despite being deemed an option in the buildup to the match. The defender should be able to return in time for next week's clash with Stuttgart.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Option Saturday Leite (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against Leverkusen, according to manager Bo Svensson. "Diogo is an option."

Impact Leite is back from injury after his early exit last match, with the defender apparently fit again. This is great news for the club, as he is a regular starter. That said, he should return to the starting XI Saturday, as he has yet to miss a single start this season.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Leite was brought off with an apparent injury during the first half of Saturday's clash with Wolfsburg.

Impact Leite made it just eight minutes into Saturday's clash before being forced off. The defender was replaced by Leopold Querfeld, who should be in line for more minutes if the injury to Leite proves to be any sort of serious one.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Leading defensive performance Leite generated three tackles (two won), two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Leite routinely found himself at the point of attack Saturday in Union Berlin's 3-0 defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich. The defender led the team with three tackles (two won), made two interceptions, two clearances and one block. In additon to his defensive effort, Leite created one chance from his 14 passes. He has played every minute of Berlin's first nine fixtures.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in draw Leite registered one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Leite didn't have much to do during Sunday's draw, he did decently well but couldn't shut down the attack. He also failed to really get forward as it was a slower match that became bogged down in midfield. Leite has limited upside on either side of the ball, but he should see consistent minutes for the most part moving forward.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Off with head injury Leite was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Freiburg with a head injury.

Impact Leite left the match in the 62nd minute after suffering a head injury during an aerial duel with Lukas Kubler. Leite ends his season making 32 appearances, 31 starts, while helping Union to seven clean sheets.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in draw Leite had one tackle (one won), five clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Leite was busy throughout Sunday's draw, piling on the defensive volume throughout the match. The defender did well to keep the clean sheet and showed why he's been such an important part of the backline. Leite has started every single match he's been available for in the Bundesliga.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game against Eintracht Frankfurt Leite registered two tackles (two won), 13 clearances and five interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st...

Impact Leite recorded the most clearances in the match. He also blocked a shot. He has now accumulated 21 clearances, 10 interceptions and six tackles in the last three games.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Records eight crosses Leite recorded eight clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 2-0 win against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Leite led the match-high in clearances Wednesday, recording eight in the win. The defender has not missed a single contest all season, registering 28 interceptions, 33 tackles and 98 clearances in 21 starts this campaign.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 12 clearances Leite led Union Berlin with 12 clearances in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Leite may not offer much in the offensive end, with just two shots (one on target), one cross (accurate) and two chances created, but has racked up defensive stats. Through five matches, the central defender has recorded 38 clearances, eight interceptions and eight tackles (four won). He should remain a fixture in the starting XI moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Racking up clearances Leite has registered a team-high 23 clearances through the first three matches of the season.

Impact Leite was a mainstay in the starting XI for the club last season, featuring in 35 of his 37 Bundesliga and Europa League appearances. Even with the addition of Champions League action starting Sept. 20 versus Real Madrid, the central defender should continue to start for the club while racking up clearances.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain in Germany Leite will remain in Berlin after the team exercised his purchase option, keeping him in the club after spending the season on loan from FC Porto.

Impact Leite joined the team in the summer on loan for Portugal, where he quickly established himself in the defense, making 37 starts in 35 appearances in all competitions. Within that span, he had been averaging about 3.5 clearances per match. The defender is expected to remain the starting center back, with the team set to play Champions League football during the 2023/24 campaign.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available after black eye Leite (eye) returned to full training Tuesday, manager Urs Fischer announced.

Impact Leite was struggling with a black eye that forced him out of Monday's training session but was back with the team Tuesday. The defender should have no issues returning straight to the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Hoffenheim.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can return from suspension Leite will be available for selection in next weekend's clash against SC Freiburg after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Leite was suspended for Saturday's loss to Augsburg after picking up his fifth booking of the season, but he will be eligible to return against Freiburg next weekend. He's started 23 of Union's 31 Bundesliga matches in the back-three.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Leite was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Leverkusen.

Impact Leite was shown the yellow card in the 64th minute and will be suspended for next week's match against Augsburg. Paul Jaeckel is a likely candidate to replaced Leite in Union's back three next week.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Leite registered six clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 win against RB Leipzig. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 95th minute.

Impact Leite had an all-action match Saturday, ending up in the referee's book and making six clearances. The defender doesn't offer much going forward but can pile on the volume in an active Berlin backline. Leite will look to build on this win in a mid-week clash with Ajax, where he will be tested once more.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Leite is set to return from suspension for Wednesday's trip to Werder Bremen.

Impact Leite is eligible to return from suspension for Wednesday's clash with Werder Bremen after serving a one-match ban last time out. The defender will likely return straight to the starting XI, where he has consistently appeared before the season.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Freiburg Leite was sent off in the 20th minute of Sunday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Leite brought down Ritsu Doan in the box and the referee didn't waste much time in bringing out the red card for denial of a goal scoring opportunity. He will have to be careful with how long his suspension might be, as he'll at least miss the Jan. 21 match against Hoffenheim.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides first assist of season Leite had an assist with his lone chance created while making a tackle during Sunday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.

Impact Leite set up Kevin Behrens in the 79th minute assisting Union's first goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the defender as he's made ten starts and helped his side to four clean sheets.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active defensively against Wolfsburg Leite had one off-target shot, made four tackles (two won), one clearance and two interceptions and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Leite showed his usual safety when called into action, prevailing over opposing forwards and being key for his side to shut the opposition down for the second time over the last three matches. The center-back is a very steady source of fantasy numbers and will be probably a defensive mainstay if he stays healthy.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE