ERHAN MASOVIC NEWS

Finds bench Masovic (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Masovic has returned from his illness to be an option Saturday as expected, with the defender seeing a spot on the bench to face Bayern. He has started in 10 of his 13 appearances and will hope to see a spot in the starting XI again soon.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Saturday Masovic (illness) is available to face Bayern on Saturday, coach Dieter Hecking said in a press conference.

Impact Masovic was unavailable for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim due to illness but is back in contention to face Bayern. The defender could return to the starting XI and take Jakov Medic's place.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Masovic (illness) was spotted in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Bayern.

Impact Masovic missed out against Hoffenheim due to illness, but now returned to full training during Tuesday's session. The defender should be fully available for one of the toughest matches on the calendar, where he will likely replace Jakov Medic.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up illness Masovic is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim due to illness.

Impact Masovic misses out at the last minute after picking up the illness in the buildup to the match. The defender will hope to recover in time for next week's trip to Bayern.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Masovic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Masovic recorded the only goal for Bochum on Saturday, which was also his first of the season. He's been an unused option of late, appearing just four times since Nov 9, collecting three starts while totaling 10 clearances in that span.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss Masovic assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 7-2 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Masovic provided one assist on his only chance created during Saturday's rout. The defender did well in his limited chances to get forward, in the end, earning an assist during the loss. It's not enough to salvage a truly dreadful day though, as the defender now looks towards another tough clash with Leverkusen before the break.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Masovic (personal) started in Thursday's friendly against Koln.

Impact Masovic is back with the club after missing their past two games due to personal reasons, having returned in a friendly over the international break. The defender did start in the first four games of the season before his short absence, so he will looking to earn that starting spot back immediately once his club returns from the break.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Masovic (personal) is back in training, however will not be an option for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg, per manager Peter Zeidler.

Impact Masovic has been with his family following the birth of his child. He recently returned to training, though is not fit to return Saturday. The defender will likely get the call after the international break against Hoffenheim, giving him an extra week to return to fitness.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to miss out Friday Masovic is likely to miss Friday's trip to Borussia Dortmund as he is expecting the birth of his child, according to manager Peter Zeidler. "Erhan Masovic hasn't been training all...

Impact Masovic had come off the pitch against Kiel with a suspected injury, however has been away with his family as he is expecting the birth of his child. He's started all four games at center back, totaling 14 clearances with five blocks. In his absence, Felix Passlack could move to center back, with Noah Loosli an option to start in the back line for Bochum.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits in 16th minute Masovic was forced off the field in the 16th minute of Saturday's 2-2 draw with Kiel due to injury.

Impact Masovic only made it 16 minutes Saturday, having been forced off with undisclosed issues. He has yet to miss a start this season, so this could be a huge loss. He was replaced by Anthony Losilla.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five clearances in loss Masovic had one shot on goal and made two tackles (both won), five clearances and one block during Saturday's 1-0 loss against RB Leipzig.

Impact Masovic had a very solid outing at the heart of the defense despite being on the losing side as he led all players in clearances to help his team limit a potent RB Leipzig offense to just one goal. Arguably Bochum's defensive leader, the center-back profiles as one of his team's most reliable fantasy performers for this new campaign.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended with yellow Masovic (suspension) recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 loss versus Monchengladbach. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30th minu...

Impact Masovic has accumulated five yellow cards, triggering a one-game suspension that will take place when Bochum's team hosts RB Leipzig on March 2. The next time he can play is against SC Freiburg on March 10.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in lineup Masovic (illness) is back in the lineup for Wednesday's match versus Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Masovic missed last match with an illness, but has recovered in time to start Wednesday. He's started five of the last six matches played, recording 15 clearances and four blocks in that span.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs contract extension Masovic agreed to terms on a contract extension through 2026, the club announced Monday.

Impact Masovic has played every minute of the season to open up the 2023/24 campaign, so it shouldn't come as a surprise to see the club locking him up long-term. In those outings, the defender registered 19 tackles, seven clearances and six shots (one on target).

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seven tackles Saturday Masovic recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Masovic made seven tackles and two clearances during Saturday's draw while earning a yellow card as well. The center-back has played every minute in the Bundesliga and is a consistent starter in the back line. Despite his strong individual showings the roster around him means that Masovic isn't likely to find many clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Masovic (nose) returned to training Monday after undergoing a minor nose operation, Bochum announced.

Impact Masovic had to depart the national team but should be fit for Bochum's back line before a Saturday clash with Frankfurt. When fit Masovic is the top choice in the defense and a consistent option in the back line.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Departs international duty Masovic left the Serbian national team due to an undisclosed injury, Bochum announced.

Impact Masovic was called up by the Serbian national team but wasn't able to answer that call after being deemed injured. The defender will hope to get fit before a Sept. 16 clash with Frankfurt on the other side of the international break.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal-scoring threat from defense Masovic scored four goals on 17 shots and kept four clean sheets in 29 appearances (23 starts) this past season.

Impact Masovic broke out with four goals this past season after not recording one during the 2021-2022 campaign. The four goals marked the third most on the team and proved crucial to Bochum remaining in the Bundesliga. He also had a solid defensive season, keeping four clean sheets and setting career highs in tackles (50) and clearances (78). With improvements on both defense and the attack, Masovic could be in for another productive campaign next season.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goals in two straight Masovic scored a goal with his lone shot while making an interception, three tackles (winning two) and three clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Masovic found the back of the net in the 48th minute scoring the lone goal of the match. The goal was the fourth in 20 appearances for the defender and his second in as many matches.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets insurance goal Masovic scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), blocking a shot, making two interceptions, three tackles (winning two) and 12 clearances during Friday's 2-0 win over Ko...

Impact Masovic found the back of the net in the 76th minute adding Bochum's second goal while also helping his side keep a clean sheet on Friday. The goal was the third in 19 appearances for the center back, tying him for the second most on the team, while his lone block upped his season total to a team-high ten.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Bremen clash Masovic is fit and in the starting Xi for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Masovic returns from an illness which kept him out a week ago against Freiburg. Masovic lines up as a defensive midfielder for Saturday's clash instead of his usual center back role.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Masovic is not in the match day squad to face Freiburg on Saturday due to illness.

Impact Masovic misses out on Saturday's match after coming down with a cold in the buildup. The defender will hope to recover in time to face Werder Bremen next weekend.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training with illness Masovic did not train with Bochum on Tuesday due to a slight cold.

Impact Masovic has scored two goals in his last three Bundesliga games from central defense, and he will hope to recover from this cold by Saturday's clash against Freiburg. Vasilios Lampropoulos or Keven Schlotterbeck could replace him in the XI if necessary for the game.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Hoffenheim Masovic scored a goal off two shots (both on target) and made three tackles (two won), two clearances and one interception during Saturday's 5-2 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Masovic was back in the starting Xi after scoring off the bench on the previous match and answered with another goal, this time heading home a corner kick to make it 4-1 for his side in the 69th minute. Despite scoring in back-to-back matches, Bochum will probably need the center-back to focus on his natural defensive role during next Saturday's visit to Bayern Munich.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off the bench against Mainz Masovic scored a goal off his lone shot after coming off the bench during Saturday's 5-2 loss against Mainz.

Impact Masovic was part of a quadruple halftime substitution, entering the pitch with his side losing by three goals. The defender was supposed to prevent the opposition from scoring more goals and couldn't do that but at least scored a goal himself to momentarily cut the deficit to two in the 72nd minute. This was the first goal of the season for Masovic and he'll hope this helps him to be back in the lineup for the upcoming games.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE