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Signs with Wolfsburg Hornby signed with Wolfsburg from Darmstadt on a contract through June 2030, the club announced.

Impact Hornby arrives having demonstrated his goal-scoring credentials over the last two seasons in the second division with Darmstadt, contributing 23 goals and 10 assists across 53 appearances. The 26-year-old Scottish forward had other options available including a potential move to the Bundesliga, making his decision to join Wolfsburg a significant show of faith in the club's project. Sporting director Pirmin Schwegler highlighted his complete profile, dynamism and leadership qualities as key factors behind the signing, noting that his role as vice-captain at Darmstadt underlined the personality and character he brings to the group. Hornby came through the Everton academy before gaining experience in Belgium, France and Scotland prior to his move to Germany, and also scored 10 goals in 17 appearances for the Scotland under-21 national team.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Hornby won't be an option Friday against Koln after picking up an injury, according to manager Torsten Lieberknecht. "Hornby is also unavailable due to an ankle injury."

Impact Hornby recently picked up an injury to his ankle in training, leaving him out for Friday's match. Luckily for the club, this shouldn't affect it too much, seeing he has held more of a bench role this season, making seven appearances with only one start. However, they will hope that the injury is only minor and he is back for next weekend's match against Heidenheim.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In squad to face Bremen Hornby is fit and in the match day squad to face Werder Bremen on Sunday.

Impact Hornby returns from an injury that has kept him out of Darmstadt's last three matches. Hornby takes up a role on the bench, but is available if called upon Sunday.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Stuttgart Hornby is out for Friday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Hornby will not be returning to the field after being left out of the squad for Friday's match. He picked up this injury about a month ago and now will miss three straight matches. He should be back soon after returning to training but will most likely be a bench option once he is eligible for selection.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with squad Hornby (thigh) is back in team training ahead of Friday's clash with Stuttgart. Manager Torsten Lieberknecht told reporters, "Fraser Hornby has at least returned to team training."

Impact Hornby could be back in the squad after missing the previous two contests due to his thigh problem. In his two contests this season, including one start, the forward registered eight shots (one on target) but is still looking for his first goal of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Hornby (thigh) is out for Sunday's clash with Gladbach, according to manager Torsten Lieberknecht.

Impact Hornby is ruled out once more for Sunday's clash as he continues to struggle with muscular issues. The forward has made two appearances before suffering the injury and will hope to return for a Friday trip to Stuttgart.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Hornby (thigh) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Bayer Leverkusen, confirmed manager Torsten Lieberknecht.

Impact Horny got the start at forward for the first match of the season, but was then benched for Luca Pfeiffer on Saturday. If he does not keep healthy this season, his playing time will be limited during his first season playing in the Bundesliga.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six shots in loss Hornby generated six shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Union Berlin.

Impact Hornby was an attacking halftime substitute after starting their previous match with his side down 3-1 to the ten men of Union Berlin. He took six shots to go with a cross and a chance created in his time on the pitch which should give him a strong opportunity to earn minutes in Darmstadt's next match on Saturday.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Die Lilien Hornby completed a move to Darmstadt from Stade Reims, Darmstadt announced Wednesday.

Impact Hornby made the switch to Darmstadt from Stade Reims after spending 2022-23 out on loan with KV Oostende. The forward is part of a major summer spree as Darmstadt overhaul their squad in the Bundesliga. Hornby is still just 23 and might be a more secondary option to Phillip Tietz depending on formation.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hornby's injury-time goal puts Reims into French Cup last 16

Fraser Hornby was on the field only three minutes when he scored with seconds of injury time remaining as first division Reims scraped a 1-0 win at amateur side Thaon to reach the...

JANUARY 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Fraser Hornby: 'I left Everton to go and prove myself' Former Everton youngster Fraser Hornby has gone to Belgium, France and now Scotland to broaden his horizons and play football

MARCH 8, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM