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Will return Saturday Kone (knee) will be in the match-day squad against Augsburg on Saturday. Manager Adi Hutter told reporters, "Manu Kone will be in the squad in Augsburg."

Impact Kone has yet to get onto the pitch for the club this season due to his knee problem. The midfielder shouldn't be expected to factor into the starting XI but could be an option off the bench. Without a clear path to minutes, Kone should be considered a mid-range fantasy option at best.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Kone (knee) is unavailable for Saturday's clash with Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Kone remains out after suffering a MCL injury in training, and the timeline for his return remains vague. The midfielder will hope to make his return at the end of August, against Union Berlin, though that is far from guaranteed. When healthy Kone could challenge for a spot in the starting XI.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Facing extended absence Kone sustained an MCL injury in his right knee at Tuesday's training session and is expected to be sidelined indefinitely.

Impact Kone has just linked up with the club after finishing out the year with Toulouse in Ligue 1 and would likely have pushed for a spot in the starting XI for the season opener against Bayern Munich on Aug. 13. Instead, the midfielder could be on the shelf for the first several contests as he works his way back from this injury.

JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE