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Supplies two assists in win Gruev assisted twice to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Friday's 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Gruev played a pinpoint ball over the top to setup Leeds United's opening goal Friday before supplying the cross that led to their third in a 3-1 victory over Nottingham Forest. In addition to his goal contributions, the midfielder added one interception, two clearances and one block to the defensive effort. Gruev has been named to the starting XI in seven successive league fixtures. Friday's 90-minute shift was his first full 90 minutes since late Nov.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Leeds beat Forest and take giant step towards securing Premier League status

Leeds United has taken a huge step towards securing its Premier League status with a 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest

FEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press

Dishes assist Gruev assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to Newcastle United.

Impact Gruev earned his first goal contribution of the season, as he set up Brenden Aaronson, who buried a shot from the right side of the box in the 79th minute. This also marked the third straight game where Gruev racked up at least 30 completed passes. On the defensive side, he was solid with two tackles won and three interceptions.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses from midfield Gruev had five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Gruev would find his way into the starting XI Saturday after not appearing in their past three games, recording 90 minutes of play. He would see some decent work with his five crosses and two chances created, although there was no goal contribution to follow. It was only his third start of the season in six appearances, still without a goal contribution.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts again Gruev started during Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Sheffield Wednesday.

Impact Gruev got the start three days after he started and went the full 90 in a 5-0 Premier League loss to Arsenal. The midfielder has seemingly earned the trust of boss Daniel Farke and is set to be a big part of the team in Leeds. His minutes could be even more important with Ethan Ampadu and Ao Tanaka both struggling with injuries. Even when starting Gruev has limited upside for the newly promoted side.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takes on significant role Gruev made 31 appearances (18 starts) during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Gruev took a step forward in his first full season in the Bundesliga. The midfielder did well throughout the season adding 31 appearances and taking over a consistent role in defensive midfield. Gruev started the final three matches of the Bundesliga and made four tackles while adding four clearances.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Koln Gruev (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Koln.

Impact Gruev lasted 76 minutes against Leipzig last week and was doubtful due to a minor muscular problem, but he gets the nod here and will make his second consecutive start -- something he hadn't done since mid-March. He's yet to score in 30 appearances (17 starts) during the current Bundesliga campaign, though.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Off with cramps Gruev was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Leipzig due to cramping.

Impact Gruev left the match in the 75th minute after succumbing to injury and being replaced by Niklas Schmidt. The midfielder will hope to return in time for next week's match against Koln.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reports to Bulgarian national team Gruev took part in training with the Bulgarian national team.

Impact Gruev took part in training with his national team as expected, after recovering from a flu. The midfielder is fully fit for the second half of the Bundesliga.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out through illness Gruev is not in the match day squad to face Leipzig due to illness.

Impact Gruev misses out on the final match before the World Cup after coming down with an illness in the buildup. The midfielder has just over two months to recover before Bremen's next league match.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Gruev had three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Hertha BSC Berlin.

Impact Gruev created two chances during Friday's win, while also sending in two corners, his first two of the campaign. It's unlikely that Gruev is taking work away from Marvin Ducksch on set-pieces, though it's a nice boon for fantasy managers. Gruev will remain a solid floor play, with some upside if this role on set-pieces sticks in any meaningful way.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Gruev had one cross (zero accurate) and zero chances created in Saturday's 5-1 win versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Gruev had plenty to do behind the ball as he made his second consecutive start. The midfielder has taken a more defensive role in the Bremen midfield, giving him a safe floor so far in his starts. There's not a ton of offensive upside for Gruev but his floor and ability to fill the stat sheet could give him so sneaky value and a safer floor defensively.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE