JOSIP JURANOVIC NEWS

Fit for bench Juranovic (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Juranovic is back after three games out with a calf injury, seeing a spot on the bench in his return. He will look to test his legs before seeing the start next game, as he has started in 12 of his 15 appearances this season and is a starter when fit.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Juranovic (calf) is out for Saturday's clash with Werder Bremen, Union announced.

Impact Juranovic isn't an option for Saturday's clash as he struggles with a calf issue. This is the third match in a row the defender has missed, meaning he has just two more chances to return before the end of the Bundesliga.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Juranvoic (calf) is out for Sunday's match against Bochum, according to manager Steffen Baumgart.

Impact Juranovic is going to miss a second straight contest due to his calf issues, as the defender is now also out for the match against Bochum. This continues to be a brutal loss, with the defender typically a starter when fit. A return date is still up in the air, but with only three games left in the season, he will hope his addition is near.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Juranovic (calf) is ruled out for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart.

Impact Juranovic was a late call for Saturday's game after being forced off late in the previous match against Leverkusen due to a calf injury. He ultimately missed out as he still needs more time to recover. Tom Rothe is expected to see more playing time until the injured players return.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Saturday Juranovic (calf) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, coach Steffen Baumgart said in the press conference. "With Jura, he started training today, but training was...

Impact Juranovic trained normally with the team on Thursday, but will be a late call for Saturday's game, as he is expected to be assessed after Friday's final training session to determine if he can make the squad. With Robert Skov likely out for the season, and Jerome Roussillon ruled out for that game, Tom Rothe will replace him on the left flank if he has to miss the call.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves late injured Juranovic was forced off in the 82nd minute of Saturday's match against Leverkusen due to an apparent injury.

Impact Juranovic made it most of the match Saturday but would need to come off late after he suffered an injury. This could be a tough blow, as he is an everyday starter on the flanks. He was replaced by Tom Rothe, a likely option to replace his spot if he misses more time.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Registers four crosses Juranovic had two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Bayern Munich. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Juranovic had a decent two-way effort Saturday in his 90 minutes of work. He would start with one chance created, two shots and four crosses in the attack. However, he was even more solid in the defense, notching one block, an interception, three tackles and five clearances.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

20 crosses in Sunday's loss Juranovic registered 20 crosses (seven accurate) and eight corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Holstein Kiel. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 95th minute.

Impact Juranovic was extremely active in Sunday's loss, setting season highs across the board. He recorded a whopping 20 crosses -- double his previous season high -- with seven of them being accurate. He also set season highs in chances created (six) and corners (eight). It was easily his best performance of the season, and he was unfortunate to not record an assist after creating so many chances. He has been very active on the attack in the last three matches in particular, and he is starting to look like a viable fantasy option.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Juranovic (Achilles) has returned to training Thursday, said manager Bo Svensson.

Impact Juranovic is back in the grass for the first time since his Achilles operation back in August. The chances of his being an option Friday are slim, though it is a good sign to see the defender training as he could see an appearance before the 2024 year.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First half in doubt Juranovic (ankle) could be out until the end of 2024, BILD reports.

Impact Juranovic underwent ankle surgery and is now in doubt to return before the end of the year. The defender's absence should open more chances for Christopher Trimmel and Jerome Roussillon in the starting XI. When fit Juranovic should likely be the top option once more.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes operation Juranovic is set to miss time after receiving surgery on an undisclosed issue, according to his club.

Impact Juranovic looks likely to miss the start of the season, as he has undergone an undisclosed operation that will leave him out for an undisclosed period of time. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he was likely to see decent time in a rotational role, especially with Jerome Roussillon (thigh) questionable entering the season. His absence likely means Robin Gosens will receive more time in the early parts of the season.

AUGUST 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Juranovic generated six crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Juranovic was peppering the Gladbach box throughout Sunday's draw, but was unable to make the most of that chance in the starting XI. The forwards ahead of him in the starting XI were off their best and couldn't make the most of the chances. Juranovic will hope to keep this volume up going into the final matches of the season.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns after one match out Juranovic (undisclosed) is in the squad to face Bayern Munich on Saturday.

Impact Juranovic returns after missing last week's match against Augsburg with an injury. The defender hasn't started a match in over a month for Union.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully on grass Juranovic (undisclosed) was able to return to full team training Thursday ahead of Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, per manager Nenad Bjelica.

Impact Juranovic will look to make a return to the pitch Saturday after missing last match with an undisclosed injury. He has undergone stints on the sidelines with a few injuries, resulting in 11 starts in 16 appearances, recording two assists whole averaging about 4.8 crosses per game.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full match in defeat against Stuttgart Juranovic registered four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Friday's 2-0 loss against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Juranovic recorded the most crosses in his team and also created two chances. He defended tirelessly as he accumulated five tackles, four interceptions, two clearances and a blocked shot. He has played 14 games this season, but has no goal contributions since his assist against Darmstadt in August.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In squad to face Hoffenheim Juranovic (strain) is among the substitutes for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Juranovic has missed five straight matches while dealing with the injury. The fullback had started six straight matches in all competitions prior to injury, but will be eased back into match action from the bench.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Juranovic (strain) returned to team training Tuesday, Paul Gorgas of Bild reports.

Impact Juranovic was only able to take part in certain sections of team training, still this was a good sign of his ramped up recovery. The defender will hope to get back for a Saturday trip to Hoffenheim, though Christopher Trimmel will likely be the preferred option for that match.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Juranovic (strain) remains out for Sunday's trip to Leipzig, according to assistant manager Marie-Louise Eta.

Impact Juranovic isn't back from the muscular injury he suffered early in January. With the wing-back still sidelined it will be Christopher Trimmel who is back in the starting XI once more. Juranovic's next chance to return is a Feb. 7 trip to Mainz on short rest.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Juranovic will miss at least two matches with a muscular injury, Union Berlin announced.

Impact Juranovic's first match out will come during a Wednesday trip to Bayern Munich. The wing-back will likely be replaced by Christopher Trimmel in the starting XI for that clash and a Sunday match against Darmstadt. Juranovic's first chance to return could come as soon as a Feb. 4 trip to Leipzig though there was no specific timeline for his recovery given.

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses, three accurate Juranovic registered three shots (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against SC Freiburg.

Impact Juranovic has logged five crosses in each of his last three appearances. But unlike the other two, most of his crosses were accurate Saturday. Having consistency in cross quantity nailed down, Juranovic will look to stabilize his quality, which would easily make him one of the current Bundesliga's most promising full-backs should that come to fruition.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in five crosses Juranovic crossed five times (two accurate) and created two chances during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Bochum.

Impact Juranovic was held off the scoresheet but led Union with two chances created in the match. The fullback hasn't had a goal involvement since August, but has crossed 15 times and created five chances over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances Juranovic crossed twice inaccurately, blocked a shot, made a tackle and four clearances during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Braga.

Impact Juranovic was a part of the Union back four that conceded just one goal in the draw while leading the club with four clearances in the match. Juranovic has started three of his last four matches in all competitions after returning from a muscle strain at the start of the month.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes hour in return Juranovic played 64 minutes in his return from a muscular issue during Wednesday's one-all draw with Napoli.

Impact Juranovic came back from a muscular issue that sidelined him for five matches in a row and got the start. He very nearly came away with an assist during the match too. Christopher Trimmel will likely fall back to the bench with Juranovic fit and available once more.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in UCL Juranovic (strain) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's UCL match against Napoli.

Impact Juranovic is back in the starting XI on Wednesday after a five-match absence due to a strain. The defender should return to a starting role now that he is back healthy and will add a huge boost to the defense, with the back line being very shaky so far this season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Napoli Juranovic (strain) is available for Wednesday's clash with Napoli, Union announced.

Impact Juranovic is ready to make his way back into the first team after recovering from a muscular issue. With Union Berlin in horrific form in all competitions, Juranovic could be brought straight back into the starting XI for a big role.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE