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Traveling Saturday Palacios (thigh) is in the traveling squad for Saturday's trip to Union Berlin, Leverkusen announced.

Impact Palacios is back in the traveling squad for Saturday's clash after overcoming a thigh injury. It's unclear if he will be deemed fit enough to start straight away, though it's possible. If he's unable to start it would be Robert Andrich back in central midfield.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Palacios (thigh) took part in team training Monday ahead of Saturday's trip to Union Berlin.

Impact Palacios got back in full team training Monday as he works his way back into the first team. After missing out on either side of the international break it appears he could be back in the starting XI as soon as Saturday. Robert Andrich has seen more chances in the starting XI with Palacios injured.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes down with thigh issues Palacios will not be available for Argentina over the international break, as Leverkusen announced Monday that he had picked up a muscle injury in his thigh.

Impact Palacios will have to bow out for the time being, as he has been confirmed to have picked up a thigh issue following Sunday's match against Freiburg. Luckily for the midfielder, this could not have happened at a better time, as he will now have two weeks to recover and rest before the club's next match on March 30 against Hoffenheim due to the international break. He will now hope for a speedy recovery and to return by that contest, as he has played a decent role this season, having started in 18 of the 24 games he has been selected for this campaign.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides rare assist Palacios had an assist while taking two off target shots, creating three chances and making three tackles (winning two) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Palacios set up Florian Wirtz in the 86th minute assisting Leverkusen's second goal while leading the team with three tackles. The assist was the midfielder's first since September and his first goal involvement since January as he's started back-to-back matches after overcoming a thigh injury.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will return to squad Palacios (thigh) has been training with the team and will be ab option for Sunday's trip to FC Koln, per manager Xabi Alonso. "Exequiel Palacios is in the squad for #Derby . He wi...

Impact Palacios could be in line for a spot in the lineup Sunday after missing the last five matches with a thigh injury. He had previously started the last nine games played, logging in a goal with 30 tackles and 12 interceptions in that span, which puts him at an average of about 2.7 tackles per contest.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for weekend Palacios (thigh) begun training with the ball Wednesday and Thursday, "but it's not enough for tomorrow", said manager Xabi Alonso.

Impact Palacios still needs a little more time to recover from his thigh injury that will see him miss his fifth match in a row. Robert Andrich should continue to start in the midfield alongside Granit Xhaka against Mainz.

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with ball Palacios (thigh) was spotted training with a ball ahead of Friday's contest against Mainz.

Impact Palacios' return to individual training is a bright sight for the club, but they will still most likely be without the player for another match. With only two days until their next contest, he will have to make a lot of improvements to get on the team sheet, having yet to even train with the team. If he is selected for the match, he will probably only end up on the bench, but that will even be a long shot, with a return next Sunday against Koln much more likely.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still needs more time Palacios (thigh) is "on the right track" of recovery, but will not be an option for Saturday's match versus Bayern Munich, per manager Xabi Alonso.

Impact Palacios still needs a little more time to recover as he is set to miss his third match in a row with a thigh injury. The midfield line shouldn't change much for the last game, with Granit Xhaka and Robert Andrich expected to line up together in the center of the field for the clash with Bayern Munich.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for sideline spell Palacios (thigh) will miss a couple weeks with a thigh injury, Leverkusen announced.

Impact Palacios is set for a spell on the sideline after picking up a thigh injury against Leipzig on Saturday. The midfielder will likely be replaced by Robert Andrich though it's possible Alejandro Grimaldo could slot into central midfield alongside Granit Xhaka as well.

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh injury Palacios was forced off in the second half of Saturday's 3-2 win over Leipzig with a thigh injury.

Impact Palacios left the match in the final stages, being replaced by Robert Andrich. More information about the extent of Palacios' injury should be available in the buildup to next week's match against Gladbach.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exequiel Palacios scores dramatic winner to keep Bayer Leverkusen unbeaten

Bayer Leverkusen stayed unbeaten at the top of the Bundesliga on Saturday, courtesy of Exequiel Palacios' stoppage-time goal.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Exequiel Palacios scores dramatic winner to keep Bayer Leverkusen unbeaten

Nets late game winner Palacios scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal) and creating three chances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Augsburg.

Impact Palacios found the back of the net four minutes into stoppage time while tying for the team-high with four shots in the match. The goal was Palacios' first goal involvement since September and potential a critical moment for Leverkusen in their run to the title.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Palacios served a one-match ban and is now eligible for a Jan. 13 trip to Augsburg.

Impact Palacios was suspended against Bochum and is now an option to return. With Palacios available once more it will be Robert Andrich who returns to the bench more likely than not. Palacios made 15 appearances (14 starts) in the first half of the Bundesliga, scoring and assisting twice.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Palacios was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Sunday's 3-0 win over Frankfurt.

Impact Palacios was shown the card in the 12th minute and will be suspended for Leverkusen's final game before the winter break on Wednesday against Bochum. Robert Andrich is the likely man to replace Palacios in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Crucial role continues Palacios started and scored during Wednesday's 3-1 DFB Pokal win over Paderborn.

Impact Palacios has been one of the first names on the team sheet in the Bundesliga and that consistent role continued in the DFB Pokal. The midfielder has truly come into his own alongside Granit Xhaka and is producing brilliant performances across the board.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with club Palacios agreed to a three year contract extension with Leverkusen on Tuesday.

Impact Palacios will be remaining in Leverkusen for the next five seasons after agreeing to a contract extension on Tuesday. The new contract will now expire after the 2027/28 season after agreeing to an additional three years with the club. The 24-year-old was a part of the World Cup-winning Argentina team last season and has been a mainstay in the starting XI this season for Leverkusen. He seems to be a part of the club's plans long-term and should continue to be a normal starter for the next couple season's after the contract extension.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists Sunday Palacios had two assists while creating three chances and making three tackles during Sunday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Palacios set up Victor Boniface in the ninth minute and Jonas Hofmann in the 63rd to assist Leverkusen's opening two goals of the match. The assists were the first of the season for Palacios as he now has four goal involvements in his past four matches in all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late equalizer Palacios scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance and making four interceptions during Friday's 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich.

Impact Palacios entered the match at halftime and converted a penalty in stoppage time to level the score and earn a point for Leverkusen. The midfielder has goals in two straight matches while creating four chances and making five interceptions in 110 total minutes.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Palacios scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once accurately and creating three chances during Saturday's 5-1 win over Darmstadt.

Impact Palacios found the back of the net in the 49th minute scoring Leverkusen's second goal while leading the club with three chances created. The goal was the first of the season for the defensive minded midfielder as Palacios has kept Robert Andrich out of the starting XI through the opening three matches.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts final five matches Palacios made 25 appearances (19 starts) scoring four times and assisting twice during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Palacios played a major part in the starting XI, taking a major step forward in playing time and goal contributions. The midfielder struggled with injuries but was a very consistent part of the starting XI when fully fit. Palacios heads into 2023/24 as one of the favorites to start in defensive midfield after making 59 tackles, 33 interceptions and 25 clearances to go with his impressive playmaking.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty Palacios scored a penalty and won all of his four attempted tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Stuttgart.

Impact Palacios was making his second consecutive start having recovered from a muscle injury. He was involved in both of the game's main talking points, bringing down Wataru Endo for the penalty that put Stuttgart ahead, shortly before making amends by scoring another penalty to equalize. His goal takes him to four for the season.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes appearances off bench Palacios generated one tackle (one won) and one interception in Friday's 2-1 loss versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Palacios returned to the pitch for the first time since April 31 after suffering a strain for the past month. He could see a return to the starting XI as soon as Thursday for the Europa League semifinals against Roma. Prior to his injury, the midfielder had generated three goals and one assist in the last nine games in all competitions.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Koln Palacios (strain) is in Leverkusen's match day squad to face FC Koln on Friday.

Impact Palacios is back with Leverkusen Friday after missing the previous three Bundesliga matches with a muscular injury. Nadiem Amiri gets the start alongside Robert Andrich in midfield against Koln, but Palacios could see some playing time off the bench.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Friday Palacios (strain) has been training with the team this week and is ready to go for Friday's match versus FC Koln. "Exequiel Palacios is fit again. And when he is fit, he is of cour...

Impact Palacios has not stepped foot on the pitch since April 13 after suffering a strain. He's been training all week and ready to make a return Saturday. The midfielder could be an option to start, but if he's not fit enough, then Kerem Demirbay would take his spot in the lineup again.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active Tuesday Palacios (strain) took part in team training Tuesday, Bild.de reports.

Impact Palacios returned to team training Tuesday after four matches on the sideline. The midfielder didn't complete the entire session, which could put him in a doubt for a return during a Friday clash with Koln.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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