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On bench in return Elmas (undisclosed) is fit for a bench role in Saturday's friendly against Leeds United, according to the club.

Impact Elmas had recently joined the traveling squad for the club's preseason camp after a minor laceration briefly kept him out of an earlier friendly, and this bench inclusion confirms he has fully recovered. He contributed one goal and four assists across 40 appearances last season on loan from Napoli before rejoining Leipzig permanently, and his gradual reintegration continues as the club rounds out its preseason preparations.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Travels with squad for camp Elmas (undisclosed) has been included in RB Leipzig's traveling squad for the preseason camp, according to the club.

Impact Elmas' minor laceration that kept him out of the recent friendly against FC Ingolstadt does not appear to have lingered, with his spot in the camp group suggesting he's on track for a swift return to full sessions. He contributed one goal and four assists in 40 appearances last season on loan from Napoli before rejoining Leipzig permanently, and his continued involvement will be worth tracking as the club rounds out its preseason preparations.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out with minor cut Elmas (undisclosed) suffered a minor laceration in training and will not participate in Saturday's friendly against FC Ingolstadt, instead completing an individual session, accordi...

Impact Elmas returned to Leipzig on loan from Napoli last season, contributing one goal and four assists across 40 appearances, though the Italian club ultimately opted not to make the move permanent. His current issue appears minor, and he should be back in full training shortly as Leipzig continues its preseason preparations.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Not staying at Napoli Elmas hasn't been bought out by Napoli following his return on loan from RB Leipzig.

Impact Elmas wasn't a surefire starter but played a lot thanks to his versatility and a few absences in 2025/2026, scoring once and tallying four assists, 31 chances created and 55 crosses (16 accurate) in 40 appearances (24 starts). Despite that, Napoli elected not to retain him. He'll likely seek a new home in the summer.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in start Elmas assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 3-0 win against Pisa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Elmas made his return to the lineup and played 59 minutes after seeing restricted minutes in his last five outings. He created two chances during that spell and registered his third league assist after Amir Rrahmani headed home from his corner.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Torino Elmas scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), one cross (one accurate) and two corners in Friday's 2-1 win over Torino.

Impact Elmas put his team up by two goals in the second half with a technical volley from the middle of the box. It's his maiden goal this season, while he has dished out three helpers. He has been filling in for Scott McTominay (thigh), who might not be out for much longer, lately, while Frank Anguissa and Kevin De Bruyne returned from injury in this one, so his minutes might dip in the next few tilts. He has registered at least one corner in seven matches in a row, totaling 13, assisting once and posting six shots (three on target), eight chances created and 11 crosses (four accurate) over that span.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 6 • Associated Press

Assists in Sunday's draw Elmas assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Roma.

Impact Elmas set up Leonardo Spinazzola's goal in the 40th minute, a strike which tied the match at 1-1 heading into the halftime break. It marked his third assist of the season, all of which have come in his last nine appearances. It was the only chance he created before he was subbed off in the 79th minute for Billy Gilmour.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in four crosses against Genoa Elmas recorded four crosses (one accurate), one tackle (one won) and three corners and created two scoring chances in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Genoa.

Impact Elmas put together another quality display in the final third, even though he played as a box-to-box in the second half following Scott McTominay's (thigh) injury. He'll likely handle such a role if the teammate misses time, with Giovane or Alisson Santos entering the XI. Elmas has notched at least one cross in five matches on the trot, piling up 15 deliveries (four accurate) and logging 12 corners and four shots (zero on target) over that span, with one assist. Additionally, he has created one or more chances in the last three fixtures, accumulating six key passes.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Fiorentina Elmas had two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three corners and created three scoring chances in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Fiorentina.

Impact Elmas was a big presence in the final third and put up good numbers across the board offensively. He continues to have a major role with David Neres (ankle) and Matteo Politano (thigh) both on the mend and Romelu Lukaku not ready for big minutes. He has notched one or more crosses in the last four games, amassing 11 deliveries (three accurate) and adding one assist, four shots (zero on target) and five key passes over that span.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opener Elmas assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Tuesday's 1-1 draw versus FC Copenhagen.

Impact Elmas' corner set up Scott McTominay's headed opener in the 39th minute. Elmas made 29 passes, won five duels and also drew two fouls. He has featured in six games, starting thrice (indicating his rotational role) and this was his first goal contribution in European competitions this campaign.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Elmas (head) is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's match against Copenhagen.

Impact Elmas will feature in attacking midfield after recovering from a minor issue, and he could be set for meaningful playing time in the absence of Matteo Politano (thigh) and David Neres (ankle). Elmas will aim to increase his UCL season totals of three shots (two on goal), five chances created and six crosses (three accurate) in five appearances.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Copenhagen Elmas "wasn't feeling well because of the flu and a stomach bug Saturday, but he has trained fully Monday, so he's fine," Napoli doctor Raffaele Canonico announced.

Impact Elmas left early in the previous match but won't need to miss time, as he was dealing with an illness. He's set for regular minutes since Matteo Politano (thigh) and David Neres (ankle) will skip a few fixtures. He has assisted once and added five shots (two on target), seven key passes and seven crosses (one accurate) in the last five tilts.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Leaves early in Sassuolo bout Elmas recorded one shot (one on goal), one block and one interception before leaving Saturday's 1-0 victory over Sassuolo at the 57th minute because of dizziness, Sky Italy reporte...

Impact Elmas wasn't feeling well early in the second half, but the situation didn't appear to be the result of a collision. He'll be assessed before Tuesday's match versus Copenhagen. He started over Noa Lang, while Matteo Politano (thigh) subbed off late and David Neres (ankle) was unavailable.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in Inter match Elmas assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate), two clearances and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Inter Milan.

Impact Elmas linked up with Scott McTominay after wriggling free on the left-hand side of the box, recording his first assist of the season. He has notched at least one cross in five straight matches, accumulating 10 (one accurate) and adding three shots (one on target), four chances created and six corners over that span.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 11 • Associated Press

Solid off the bench versus Atalanta Elmas generated one cross (one accurate), two tackles (two won), one cross (one accurate) and two corners in 21 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Elmas didn't get the start even though Napoli were short-handed in the midfield without Frank Anguissa and Kevin De Bruyne, who are out long-term because of thigh injuries, but he made the most of his minutes, putting up small numbers across the board. He'll likely rotate with Noa Lang, David Neres and Matteo Politano in the next few matches. He has recorded at least one chance in five straight matches, totaling 10 and logging 14 crosses (seven accurate) and 10 corners in that span. Instead, he didn't have a shot for the first time in five fixtures.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moderately active in Bologna match Elmas had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Bologna.

Impact Elmas wasn't overly productive but was one of the most convincing Napoli performers in an ugly collective performance. He has enjoyed an uptick in minutes in minute since Kevin De Bruyne (thigh) got hurt, starting in three of the last four matches and posting at least one shot, one key pass and one cross in each of them. He competes with David Neres and Noa Lang in the current scheme.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season-best attacking display Elmas registered three shots (two on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Elmas made his first Champions League start of the season on the left wing after totaling 25 minutes off the bench in the previous two matches. He was active in attack, recording season highs with three shots and five chances created while attempting six crosses and taking two corners, though he is still without a goal or assist this season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Napoli Elmas has been loaned to Napoli from Leipzig, according to his parent club.

Impact Elmas is moving away from Leipzig for another season after he was loaned to Torino for half of the last campaign, once again heading to Italy but with Napoli now. He started in 12 of his 13 appearances while on loan last campaign, notching four goals in the process. We will hope to see a similar role this campaign, although it may be a bit more difficult breaking into this side with a bit more talent around him.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not staying at Torino for now Elmas wasn't retained by Torino in June, although he could be back later in the summer, Mediaset informed.

Impact Elmas bounced back in his Serie A return after a rough time in the Bundesliga, scoring four times in 13 matches, but Torino deemed the clause to sign him permanently too high and will try to renegotiate the terms to reunite with him eventually.

JUNE 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Decent against Roma Elmas (thigh) had one shot on target, three crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (two won) in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Elmas was passable on offense and played most of the game after sitting out the previous tilt due to a muscular injury. He has scored four times and posted 19 shots (10 on target), nine key passes, 23 crosses (eight accurate) and 10 tackles in 13 games while on loan from RB Leipzig. He's not sure to stay despite his sound performances since the clause to acquire him permanently is pretty expensive.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets the nod versus Roma Elmas (thigh) has been selected in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Roma.

Impact Elmas will make a quick return to the initial formation after sitting out one game due to an ailment. He has scored four goals in 13 appearances with Torino, but his last one dates back to early April.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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