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Questionable Saturday Gvardiol (nose) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Werder Bremen, according to manager Marco Rose.

Impact Gvardiol suffered a broken nose during Wednesday's win over Freiburg, and is now questionable. The defender joins Abdou Diallo and Mohamed Simakan with a questionable designation, putting the entire Leipzig back line in doubt. Lukas Klostermann will likely see a starting role though it's uncertain at what position that would be.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers broken nose Gvardiol suffered a broken nose during Wednesday's win over Freiburg and could be back as soon as Saturday's trip to Werder Bremen and his participation in the World Cup is not at...

Impact Gvardiol is now likely to be sporting a mask over the next few weeks after getting his nose busted in one of the final games before going to Qatar. If he still can't start by the weekend, Benjamin Henrichs could take his place in the lineup.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off after collision Gvardiol was forced off in the first half of Wednesday's clash with Freiburg, due to injury.

Impact Gvardiol was forced off with an injury during Wednesday's clash, as he struggled following a collision with Willi Orban. Gvardiol will hope to return for Saturday's trip to Bremen, the last match Bundesliga match before the Winter break.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig hands Real Madrid 1st loss of the season

Leipzig has boosted its chances of advancing to the knockout stage of the Champions League by handing titleholder Real Madrid its first loss of the season

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores in win Gvardiol scored one goal from one shot, made two interceptions and won two-of-three tackles during Tuesday's 3-2 win over Real Madrid.

Impact Gvardiol got the scoring started in an impressive win even over the reigning Champions even if they were shorthanded. Though Gvardiol might still be considered somewhat of a development project, he's started in six of the last eight games and kept two clean sheets. Going into the World Cup, Gvardiol is certainly one to monitor after his exploits for Croatia a summer ago.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea pursuing Christopher Nkunku & Josko Gvardiol deals Chelsea are looking to strike a double deal to sign RB Leipzig duo Christopher Nkunku & Josko Gvardiol.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Chelsea target Josko Gvardiol signs new RB Leipzig contract Chelsea transfer target Josko Gvardiol has signed a new contract with RB Leipzig until 2027. The Athletic reported on Wednesday that Chelsea...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Could start Gvardiol could start in Saturday's match at Union Berlin, according to manager Domenico Tedesco. "Josko is definitely an option for the starting XI. He wanted to start last week, b...

Impact Gvardiol has been increasing his minutes over the first two games of the season but he finally seems ready to play from kickoff. This could result in Marcel Halstenberg moving to the bench Saturday, forming a back-three with Gvardiol, Mohamed Simakan and Willi Orban if the manager follows through on his suggestions.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Own-goal Saturday Gvardiol had two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 tie to 1. FC Koln.

Impact Gvardiol has surprisingly fallen out of the starting defensive unit to kick off the 2022/23 campaign and he did little to ingratiate himself Saturday. The center-back put past his own keeper and left Leipzig with a disappointing two draws from their first two matches. Gvardiol's role is uncertain though as he continues to advance from a knee injury suffered in pre-season he should find more time in the starting XI.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Gvardiol (knee) has participated in training this week and was declared fit for selection by manager Domenico Tedesco for Sunday's trip to Stuttgart.

Impact Gvardiol has seemingly overcome a knee issue that plagued him throughout the summer and just in time for his second Bundesliga campaign. One of the brighter center-back prospects in Europe, Gvardiol has an important season ahead of him to keep up his reputation. Make sure he's in the team before relying on Gvardiol this weekend, as it's still possible he could start, sit on the bench or be left out entirely if we go off the manager's suggestion.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Gvardiol (knee) returned to training with RB Leipzig on Tuesday.

Impact Gvardiol is continuing to progress in his recovery from a knee issue that has kept him out of the squad since early May. It's not clear yet whether he will be healthy in time for the Bundesliga opener on Aug. 7, but he is getting closer to making a return.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Gvardiol (knee) missed Monday's training session ahead of Saturday's Super Cup against Bayern Munich.

Impact Gvardiol has missed much of the preseason and could still be out when the league campaign begins Aug. 7 against Stuttgart. A player whose often had links to even bigger clubs, a healthy year for Gvardiol could be crucial in his career after impressing since the summer of 2021.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering from injury Gvardiol has joined his teammates for preseason camp in Austria but is still recovering from a knee injury, his club announced Saturday.

Impact Gvardiol ended the season with a knock and still needs more time to recover. He still has another month to go and should be set to start when the campaign begins Aug. 7 against Stuttgart.

JULY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles with knee late Gvardiol ended the 2021/22 season with 29 appearances (28 starts) in his first season with Leipzig.

Impact Gvardiol ended the season with a knee injury that saw him miss out on the final two matches of the season. Other than those brief injury stints the defender was a nailed-on starter, putting together a strong campaign on debut with Leipzig. Gvardiol will be among the top defenders in the Bundesliga once more in 2022/23, especially in Leipzig's more fluid three at the back formations.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee issue Gvardiol will miss Sunday's clash against FC Augsburg due to a knee injury, Leipzig announced before the game.

Impact Gvardiol has picked up a knee issue and is out for Sunday's game. Marcel Halstenberg is replacing him in the back-three against Augsburg, but he will hope to recovery by next weekend's season finale versus Arminia Bielefeld.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in win Gvardiol made three tackles and six clearances during Saturday's 4-1 win over Dortmund.

Impact Gvardiol had plenty to do with Dortmund chasing the game from the get-go. The defender did his duty well and seemed to be completely confident, stopping attack after attack with ease. While the counting stats are nice, the central defender still has limited fantasy value just due to his role in the formation.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moved to starting XI Gvardiol replaced an injured Lukas Klostermann (strain) in the starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Greuther Furth.

Impact Gvardiol was originally supposed to be on the bench Sunday while dealing with a hamstring problem, but Klostermann's injury during warmups forced a change of plan from the manager and Gvardiol is back in the lineup in the back-three.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Furth Gvardiol is dealing with a hamstring issue and is only fit enough to start Sunday's match against Greuther Furth on the bench, Leipzig announced before the game.

Impact Gvardiol has started in 22 of Leipzig's 25 Bundesliga games this season in defense, but he's been struggling with a hamstring injury and has been named on the bench on Sunday. He could still see some playing time in the game, and afterwards he will have a full week to recover before the Eintracht clash on March 20.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Gvardiol had three off-target shots, created one chance and made one clearance and four interceptions during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Freiburg.

Impact Gvardiol didn't exactly stuff the stat sheet as he's used to do but made up for that with some offensive contributions, even leading his team in shots attempted. The wonderkid is enjoying an amazing debut campaign in Bundesliga, having already cemented his place in RB Leipzig's starting XI. Up next for him is Mar. 13 visit to Greuther Furth.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out through suspension Gvardiol is suspended for Sunday's clash with Bochum due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Gvardiol is suspended for Sunday's clash with Bochum due to yellow card accumulation. It's not the end of the world and Leipzig will still be favorites against Bochum. The defender will likely be replaced by Lukas Klostermann in the back three.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lewandowski ends 1-game scoring drought, Bayern extends lead

Robert Lewandowski has ended his scoring drought which lasted for just one game

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Own goal in defeat Gvardiol made four interceptions and scored an own goal during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Munich.

Impact Gvardiol had the unenviable honors of scoring an own-goal in a one-score loss. It was a tragic result for the center-back who truly had a strong showing otherwise. He will remain in the Leipzig back line and have an easier time of it next time out, against Koln.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Second goal of season Gvardiol scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and making five interceptions during Sunday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Gvardiol found the back of the net in the 84th minute scoring Leipzig's second goal. The goal was the second of the season for the defender while he finished with team-high totals in shots and interceptions in the win.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern extends league lead as Dortmund draws at Bochum

Bayern Munich extended its lead in the Bundesliga to six points after Jamal Musiala scored in a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Mainz and Borussia Dortmund was held by local rival Bo...

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores goal against Gladbach Gvardiol scored a goal and made a block in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Monchengladbach. He also made two interceptions in the match.

Impact Gvardiol headed in his first goal for Leipzig on Saturday, opening the scoring as his side comfortably downed Gladbach. Next up is Wednesday's clash against Augsburg, which have scored 16 goals in 15 Bundesliga matches this season.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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