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Remains shelved Nmecha (hip) will not be an option for Friday's match against Freiburg, confirmed manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Nmecha is sill struggling to make a return to the pitch after having been shelved since November. It is unlikely that the midfielder will return before the end of the month as he has yet to train on the grass with his hip injury.

FEBRUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still waiting on return Nmecha (hip) is out for Friday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Nmecha remains on the injury report for another week, still having to recover from a hip injury he picked up in early November. There has not been much released on the player's rehabilitation process lately, so it is hard to determine when to expect him back on the field. He will hope to by the end of the month, but that is still up in the air.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done for 2023 Nmecha (hip) is out until 2024, manager Edin Terzic announced.

Impact Nmecha's hip injury is as bad as feared and will now leave him sidelined throughout the busy December schedule. This is a major concern, though Marcel Sabitzer is a competent replacement for Nmecha, while Salih Ozcan should also see some minutes. Nmecha's earlier chance to return will be early January, but he may not even return to training before Winter break.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still not training Nmecha (hip) didn't take part in team training Wednesday, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Nmecha missed all the German national team matches during the break. The midfielder now is struggling with that same hip injury back with Dortmund. Nmecha is an extreme doubt for Saturday's clash with Gladbach, with very little chance to get back on the pitch.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in cup Nmecha came off the bench during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Hoffenheim in the DFB Pokal.

Impact Nmecha made his return after a muscular issue he picked up against Newcastle kept him sidelined in the Bundesliga. Getting Nmecha back should be a major boon heading into a tough, potentially title-deciding, clash against Bayern on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle injury Nmecha is not in the match day squad to face Frankfurt on Sunday due to a muscle injury.

Impact Nmecha misses out on Sunday's match after suffering the injury in the buildup. The midfielder is replaced in the starting XI by Marcel Sabitzer.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets winner Nmecha scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Newcastle United.

Impact Nmecha scored his first goal for the Black and Yellow, a crucial goal right on half time that proved to be the difference maker. The midfielder has seen a mixed role but is earning more playing time with some good form. With Emre Can (undisclosed) limping off Nmecha could be in line for some substantial minutes in all competitions before the November international break.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Nmecha had four shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Friday's 1-0 win over Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 44th minute.

Impact Nmecha got the start, this time alongside Emre Can, a partner that allows Nmecha far more room to roam forward and join the attack. Nmecha did just that, creating three chances and popping up for four shots. Despite his aptitude for attacking it was actually the more defensively-minded Can who got the assist for the matches only goal.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tries four shots Nmecha had four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Wolfsburg.

Impact Nmecha gave a solid effort in his second appearance in the starting group, as he launched four shot attempts in the match, his most in one match so far this season. Nmecha is up to a total of eight shots on the year, but he has not yet hit the target and remains scoreless through six appearances.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 26 minutes Nmecha had one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 2-2 draw against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Nmecha had been dealing with a minor injury, but recovered in time to make the bench Friday. He had started once the last three matches, totaling an assist on four shots (zero on target) so far.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Friday's match Nmecha (undisclosed) is on the bench for Friday's clash against Heidenheim.

Impact Nmecha will be an option off the bench for Friday's match after making the team sheet. The seriousness of his injury was never disclosed so it is uncertain if he will be getting any time off the bench against Heidenheim.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled questionable Nmecha (undisclosed) is in doubt for Friday's match against FC Heidenheim, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Nmecha got the start last match after totaling am assist off the bench against Koln. He could sit Friday out as he is current dealing with an undisclosed injury. If this is the case, then Marco Reus could see some playing time after not playing last game,

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Nmecha assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Nmecha made his Dortmund debut off the bench and made the most of it, earning his first assist for the Black and Yellow. Nmecha will likely see starting minutes when deemed fully fit, though with Dortmund expected to compete in all competitions those minutes could come outside of the Bundesliga.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Nmecha (ankle) is available off the bench for Saturday's game against Koln.

Impact Nmecha is among several players that were included on the bench for the Bundesliga opener despite being tabbed as game-time calls earlier in the week. He can be an option in midfield, but he's likely to play as a backup if the regular alternatives are fit for selection.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Nmecha (ankle) is in doubt for Saturday's match against FC Koln, confirmed manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Nmecha returned to training Wednesday after missing last Saturday's Pokal match. He could make an appearance off the bench if he is deemed healthy, however his team debut for the club is still in jeopardy. In 30 appearances with Wolfsburg last season, the midfielder started in 19 matches while recording three goals and five assists.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Wednesday Nmecha (ankle) took part in training Wednesday, Jesco von Eichmann of Sky Sports reports.

Impact Nmecha returned to training Wednesday after an ankle injury ruled him out for a Pokal clash with Schott Mainz. The midfielder will hope to return for Saturday's Bundesliga opener with Koln, though more likely than not he could be on the bench.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt for opener Nmecha (ankle) is a doubt for Saturday's DFB Pokal clash with TSV Schott Mainz, SPORT1 reports.

Impact Nmecha suffered a setback with his ankle issue and is now struggling for fitness. The midfielder was back in full action in pre-season but now is a doubt for the Bundesliga opener against Koln on Aug. 19.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Nmecha (ankle) is back in full team training, Ruhr Nachrichten reports Friday.

Impact Nmecha is back in full team training after recovering from an ankle injury that he suffered with Wolfsburg. The midfielder is expected to be fully fit and available to open the 2023-24 Bundesliga.

JULY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Not yet training Nmecha (ankle) is not yet training, sporting director Sebastian Kehl told Kicker.de.

Impact Nmecha has yet to begin training since signing on with Dortmund from Wolfsburg. The midfielder isn't quite ready for the beginning of pre-season training but isn't expected to be a doubt for the beginning of the season. Nmecha is expected to take a major role in the starting XI after the departure of Raphael Guerreiro.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Borussia Dortmund signs Felix Nmecha despite misgivings over social media posts

Borussia Dortmund has signed midfielder Felix Nmecha from league rival Wolfsburg despite misgivings over homophobic and transphobic social media posts that the player shared

JULY 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Switches Bundesliga clubs Nmecha finalized a transfer to Borussia Dortmund from Wolfsburg on Monday.

Impact Nmecha saw action in 30 matches, including 19 starts, for Wolfsburg last season in which he recorded three goals on 37 shots (nine on target), five assists and seven crosses (one accurate). With his new club, the midfielder should be in contention for regular appearances in the starting XI, though he is far from a lock to feature every week.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ankle injury deemed non-serious Nmecha picked up an ankle injury during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Hertha, but the injury isn't severe, waz.de reports.

Impact Nmecha's ankle injury isn't expected to be serious and he should be able to recover long before training camp begins. The midfielder finished the season with three goals, five assists on 30 appearances (19 starts.) On the whole it was a true breakout for the midfielder who will hope to build on this substantial playing time heading into the off-season.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season injured but mainstay Nmecha (undisclosed) generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Hertha Berlin. He was injured and subbed out in the 45th minute.

Impact Nmecha finished the 2022-23 Bundesliga with three goals, five assists, 30 clearances, 25 interceptions and 10 blocks. It also ended abruptly, with an undisclosed injury capping off his latest appearance to one half. Since April, Nmecha has been a mainstay in VfL Wolfsburg's starting XI, something he was not regularly part of before that month. That regularity bodes well for him when the 2023-24 Bundesliga begins later this year.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist Nmecha assisted one goal and attempted two shots (none on target) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Nmecha registered his fifth assist of the season, and his second in four games, when he played Luca Waldschmidt in with a neat pass for the second goal. He put in a good shift in the middle of the park, winning one of his three tackles and making two interceptions.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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