Hamburg SV Team News Page 8 - Soccer

Yussuf Poulsen - Fit for bench Poulsen (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Monchengladbach.

Impact Poulsen is back with his new team for his team sheet debut, with the forward on the bench. He will now hope to see some time before potentially starting the next match, as he does have experience in Bundesliga and could work into a starting role after reaching fitness.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Silvan Hefti - Out with strain Hefti is out for Sunday's match against Galdabch due to a strain, according to manager Merlin Polzin. "Slivan is out with a strain."

Impact Hefti will miss the season opener as he deals with an injury, left on the sidelines because of a strain. That said, the club has given little more on his status, leaving a return up in the air. He is a bit down the pecking order, so this should only be a minor loss for the club.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Yussuf Poulsen - Takes field for training Poulsen (thigh) is back in team training ahead of Sunday's match against Monchengladbach, according to his club.

Impact Poulsen was leaning towards a return against Gladbach and appears to be trending in the right direction, with the forward now back in team training. He will now continue to train and hopes to be an option when facing Gladbach, possibly securing a starting role in his first appearance for the club.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bakery Jatta - Back in training Jatta (thigh) is back in team training ahead of Sunday's match against Monchengladbach, according to his club.

Impact Jatta is still on the mend from his thigh injury, but is seeing improvements after he was part of team training. However, he will likely still need some more time, probably missing at least another match. That said, he will look for a return when facing St. Pauli on Aug. 29.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Immanuel Pherai - Trains with team Pherai (knee) has trained with the team ahead of Sunday's match against Monchengladbach, according to his club.

Impact Pherai is back in training after he was sidelined during the preseason due to a ligament injury, training with the rest of his teammates. This does potentially clear the attacker for a return soon, possibly when facing Gladbach on Sunday. If that is the case, he will probably see a bench role to begin, possibly working into a starting role.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Immanuel Pherai - Not yet ready to return Pherai (knee) still needs time before returning to competition due to his injury, coach Merlin Polzin said in a press conference. "Manu will still need time after the Cup."

Impact Pherai suffered a ligament injury to his knee during the summer training camp and will miss the season opener against Gladbach next Sunday as he still needs more time before making his return. His timeline for a comeback remains uncertain, but he will likely be assessed in the coming weeks to determine his progress. That said, he will likely hold a rotational role once fully fit since HSV signed a few offensive options during the summer transfer window and he will have to compete for minutes.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bakery Jatta - Will need more time Jatta (thigh) is still a few weeks away from making his return, coach Merlin Polzin said in a press conference. "Baka will still need time after the Cup."

Impact Jatta has been struggling with a thigh issue over the pre-season and will need more time to return from that injury. The forward will miss the season opener against Gladbach next Sunday and will likely be assessed the week after to know if he can be available for the next one. That said, his absence will not impact the starting squad since he is expected to be only a bench option for HSV this season.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yussuf Poulsen - Could return against Gladbach Poulsen (thigh) could be an option for next Sunday's season opener against Borussia Monchengladbach, coach Merlin Polzin said in a press conference. "Dompe, Poulsen, Jatta, and Phe...

Impact Poulsen has been struggling with a thigh issue since his arrival with his new club but that injury could be a minor one as his coach said in a press conference that he could be back for the season opener against Gladbach next Sunday. This is a very positive development as the Danish forward will be a decent option for HSV and could secure a starting role in the upcoming weeks if he remains fit.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bakery Jatta - Struggling with thigh issue Jatta (thigh) is a doubt for the season-opener against Gladbach, per Bild.

Impact Jatta is struggling with a thigh issue, an injury he picked up in training. The forward is a veteran option for HSV and isn't likely to play a significant role with the club back in the top flight. When fit he's more likely than not going to be a depth option after making only eight appearances last season for 424 total minutes in the 2. Bundesliga.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yussuf Poulsen - Struggling with thigh issue Poulsen (thigh) is missing a friendly with Mallorca due to a strain, Kicker reports.

Impact Poulsen is struggling with a thigh injury and hasn't trained in the last week. The forward has a good chance to make it into the starting XI for the season opener against Gladbach, especially with the season not kicking off until Aug. 24. Poulsen was HSV's big addition in the attack, coming off a decade with RB Leipzig where he largely played a backup role, making just two starts last season.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Giorgi Gocholeishvili - Loaned to Hamburger SV Gocholeishvili has joined Hamburger SV on a season-long loan deal from Shakhtar Donetsk, his new club announced Thursday.

Impact The 24-year-old right-back is a full international with Georgia and will look to compete for regular minutes in the Bundesliga. He had played in three UEFA Europa League qualifiers with Shakhtar before this move was made official, so he should be ready to play when Hamburger begin their Bundesliga campaign away from home against Monchengladbach on Aug. 24.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Warmed Omari - Loaned to Hamburger SV Omari has been loaned to Hamburger SV from Rennes for the 2025/26 season with a purchase option, his new club announced. "Warmed is a modern central defender with an interesting pr...

Impact Omari was born in Mayotte, a French overseas territory, and began his football career in Les Gresilles. After various youth academy appearances, he joined Stade Rennes' youth system at the age of 14. Omari progressed through all the youth teams and eventually made the leap to the professional squad. The defender made his senior debut in 2021 and played a total of 94 games for Rennes before being sent on loan to Lyon last season. Omari made only three appearances there due to a lack of playing time despite earlier expectations. The young defender now joins the Bundesliga side Hamburger SV, newly promoted for the upcoming campaign, in search of more consistent minutes in the backline.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ransford Konigsdorffer - Back with HSV Konigsdorffer is back in Hamburg after failing his medical with Nice on Monday, the club announced.

Impact Konigsdorffer was in France in recent days after Hamburger SV agreed to let him join Nice for a medical and potential signing with the French club. That said, Konigsdorffer failed the medical due to muscular issues and is now back in Hamburg to continue his pre-season preparation with the club. It is still unclear whether Konigsdorffer will play for HSV this season or join another club, even though Sporting Director Claus Costa is happy to see him back with the team.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Meffert - Back available with HSV Meffert (toe) featured in one of Saturday's pre-season friendlies against Freiburg, confirming he is back available for Hamburger SV.

Impact Meffert was treating a toe contusion last week but that injury is in the past since he was back on the pitch and started against Freiburg on Saturday during a pre-season friendly. This is a very positive development for HSV, since Meffert is expected to be a starter heading into the 2025/26 Bundesliga campaign.

AUGUST 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Meffert - Back in training Meffert (toe) is already back in training, according to HSV24.

Impact Meffert was able to make his way back to the field just a day after suffering a minor injury, with the midfielder taking the field for training. This likely means he is fine and will appear in a friendly again soon. This is good news as the season approaches, as the midfielder is set to start in the defense.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Meffert - Treating toe contusion Meffert wasn't spotted in team training on Monday because he is treating a toe contusion, the club announced.

Impact Meffert is dealing with a toe contusion and was unable to train with his teammates on Monday for the restart. The severity of the injury is still unclear, but if it is a grade 1 issue, he could return to training within a week. A more serious diagnosis could sideline him for several weeks, putting his availability for the start of the 2025/26 Bundesliga season in doubt.

JULY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Elfadli - Inks extension with HSV Elfadli has signed a contract extension with Hamburger SV, the club announced. "Daniel joined the team and the HSV in an exemplary way from the first day. Thanks to his performance...

Impact Elfadli was an undisputed starter last season, appearing in 31 games and helping the team return to the German top flight for the 2025/26 season. The midfielder logged the most minutes in his area and is expected to maintain his key role, even more so after the board showed their confidence by extending his contract.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yussuf Poulsen - Appears off bench Poulsen (groin) appeared off the bench for 60 minutes in a friendly against Lyon.

Impact Poulsen was back on the field this weekend after battling a groin injury, not much of a surprise after he trained this week. This is good news for the club, as their new recruit can be deemed fit ahead of the opening match. He only started in three of his 28 appearances last campaign while registering three goals with Leipzig, although he should be earning more time with his new club.

JULY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Peretz - Loaned to HSV Peretz was loaned to HSV for the 2025/26 campaign, Munich announced.

Impact Peretz was set to be the third string in Munich, but now gets a move to HSV where he should be the starter. The goalkeeper hasn't had many chance to play with the Bavarian's and after the signing of Jonas Urbig his time in Munich could be coming to a close.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yussuf Poulsen - Trains individually Poulsen (groin) has started to train individually, according to his club.

Impact Poulsen is seeing some important steps in his recovery from his groin injury, as he has taken the field for his first sessions of training since joining Hamburger. However, he was only able to train individually, still needing a bit more time to recover. He will likely look to train with the group soon, still being on a good path for the start of the season.

JULY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yussuf Poulsen - Joins Hamburger Poulsen (groin) has completed a transfer to Hamburger from Leipzig, according to his former club.

Impact Poulsen is seeing the end of his time with Leipzig after 12 seasons, with the forward heading to fellow German side, Hamburger. He has had a solid career with Leipzig, appearing in 425 games while scoring 95 goals and 66 assists, with 28 appearances and three goals coming in the previous season. He shoudl still see decent time with his new club, likley to earn a rotational to starting role.

JULY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Immanuel Pherai - Suffers ligament injury Pherai is out for the time being due to a torn inner ligament in his left knee, according to his club.

Impact Pherai has met an unfortunate fate to begin his summer training camp, as in the first training session, he tore an inner ligament in his knee and will now be out for a bit. This will keep him out for some time, likely a few weeks to months dependiong on the severity of the issue. He will hope to be fit in time for the start of the season, having about a month and a half to recover.

JULY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Capaldo - Completes Hamburg move Capaldo completed a transfer to HSV from Salzburg, the club announced.

Impact Capaldo made the switch from Austria to Germany, joining HSV on a permanent deal. The midfielder stuck with Salzburg for longer than many expected, but now makes the step up into a major league. He should be an immediate contributor with HSV as they compete for survival in the top flight.

JULY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Noah Katterbach - Trains with team Katterbach (knee) has trained with the rest of his team, according to his club.

Impact Katterbach is seeing a major update just six months after tearing his ACL, as he is already back in team training after reporting to pre-season workouts a week ago. This puts him in a prime spot to be fit for the start of the season and enter Bundesliga play healthy.

JULY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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