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Returns to Stuttgart Stergiou has returned to Stuttgart following the conclusion of his loan spell at Heidenheim, where a difficult second half of the season plagued by injuries limited him to just fiv...

Impact Stergiou had joined Heidenheim in January with the hope of rediscovering his form and earning regular playing time, but the Swiss international's spell at the club proved frustrating given the physical setbacks that restricted his involvement. His return to the Cannstatt side now carries added significance following Lorenz Assignon's shoulder surgery, with the uncertainty over the right-back's recovery timeline opening the door for Stergiou to regain a place in coach Sebastian Hoeness' plans as the backup option behind Josha Vagnoman heading into the 2026/27 season.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Back available Saturday Stergiou (undisclosed) is back available for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen, according to coach Frank Schmidt. "Except from Paca, everyone is on board."

Impact Stergiou has shaken off the recurring muscle issues that kept him sidelined over the last two matches and is back in contention for Saturday's showdown against the Werkself. The defender was expected to carve out a solid role since joining Heidenheim, but those repeated muscle setbacks would still limit him, with the medical staff expected to ease him back in off the bench before ramping up his minutes in the coming fixtures. Marnon Busch is still the favorite to get the start until Stergiou is fully back up to speed.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new setback Stergiou suffered a new muscle fiber injury and is ruled out for the time being, according to coach Frank Schmidt.

Impact Stergiou just can't seem to catch a break this season. The defender has already dealt with multiple setbacks since arriving at Heidenheim, and this latest muscle fiber injury sends him back to the sidelines for the time being. It's a tough blow for Heidenheim, as Stergiou was penciled in as a regular starter along the back line. With him out of the lineup, the team will have to reshuffle the deck defensively, with Tim Siersleben emerging as the leading candidate to step in and fill the gap.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench role Stergiou (muscular) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Bremen.

Impact Stergiou finds a bench role for Saturday's showdown against Bremen after progressing from a muscular issue that had troubled him for weeks. He avoids the injury report and returns to the matchday squad as a substitute option. Even in a reserve role, his availability is a positive development for Heidenheim given his expected importance in the defensive setup.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Stergiou (muscular) could be an option for Saturday's clash against Bremen, coach Franck Schmidt said in the press conference. "Everyone else is training and available."

Impact Stergiou has been dealing with a muscular issue for weeks, but he is now trending toward being available for Saturday's showdown against Bremen after avoiding the injury report. That is a major lift for Heidenheim, as the defender was brought in to lock down a starting role on the back line and his return would immediately stabilize the defense.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Suffering from muscle injury Sterigou is out for Sunday's match against Stuttgart due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Sterigou is going to be sidelined at least one match, with some muscle issues too much to play through. This continues a rough spell for the defender, injured in three of their past four games, and only playing in three games all season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Fit Sunday Sterigou (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Augsburg.

Impact Sterigou is fit once again after being a late call, passing his testing to make the bench. He has only appeared three times all season (one start), likely a rotational pick for the club moving forward.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Sunday Stergiou (muscular) is a late call for Sunday's clash against Augsburg, coach Frank Schmidt said in the press conference. "Leo is still a question mark due to muscle issues."

Impact Stergiou has missed the last two matches with a muscle issue and will be a game-time decision for Sunday's showdown against Augsburg. The defender is set to be evaluated after Saturday's final training session to determine whether he is cleared to return to action. Getting him back would be a major lift for the squad, as he was brought in to lock down a starting role along the backline.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Stergiou (muscular) trained individually this week and remains out for Saturday's clash against Hamburger, coach Frank Schmidt said in the press conference. "It is too early for Le...

Impact Stergiou picked up a muscular injury last week and only returned to individual training this week, meaning he will miss a second straight match as Saturday's clash against Hamburger is coming too soon. Stergiou is expected to be a regular fixture in the backline for his new club once fully fit, so his continued absence should open the door for Omar Traore to take on an expanded role in the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular injury Stergiou (muscular) is ruled out for the time being with an injury, coach Frank Schmidt said in the press conference.

Impact Stergiou suffered a recent muscular injury and won't be an option for some time after recently joining the club. this comes after that he played in the last three games after missing the first part of the season and it is a blow for Heidenheim since he was expected to be a regular starter in the backline. Omar Traore will likely regain a starting role against Dortmund on Saturday.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Heidenheim on loan Stergiou was loaned to Heidenheim from Stuttgart until the end of the season, his new club announced. "With Leonidas, we are gaining a player for our defense who knows the Bundesli...

Impact Stergiou progressed through the youth systems of FC Wattwil, FC Wil 1900, and FC St. Gallen before breaking into St. Gallen's senior squad during the 2018/19 season and later moving to VfB Stuttgart, initially on loan in 2023 before signing permanently with a contract running until June 30, 2028. Across his club career, Stergiou has recorded 139 appearances in the Swiss Super League, 28 Bundesliga appearances, and additional matches in the Swiss Cup, DFB-Pokal, Champions League, and Europa League qualification, contributing goals and assists at domestic and European level. At international level, he debuted for Switzerland's senior national team in June 2022 and has earned six caps, including three appearances at Euro 2024.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Plays with U21s Sterigou (ankle) has played twice with the U21s over the past two weeks and is back in training, the player told club media. "The two appearances in the second team helped me to ga...

Impact Sterigou was thought to be fit last week but needed extra time to return to the first team, instead serving with U21s. He would play two games with them as he tries to regain fitness, having yet to feature this season due to an ankle injury. He will now use the two weeks of the international break to continue to train and potentially return once they resume play, although a depth role is likely to begin once fit.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could find team sheet Sterigou (ankle) is an option for Thursday's match against Basel, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness."The only one who is not available is Deniz."

Impact Sterigou has battled an ankle injury to begin the season and has yet to appear, but could make the team sheet Thursday after the club was cleared of injuries outside of one player. Even if he is fit, a minor role is likely, earning a depth role on the bench.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready yet Stergiou (ankle) is back in training and things are going well but he isn't yet ready to return, coach Sebastian Hoeness said in the press conference.

Impact Stergiou is improving well and has returned to team training following his ankle injury but will still miss Saturday's clash against Union Berlin. The defender is expected to be assessed at the beginning of next week to determine if he can be available for the following game.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training with ball Sterigou (ankle) has returned to training and is working with a ball, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.

Impact Sterigou underwent surgery to end last campaign and is working on his return, with the defender seeing the training field this week while working with a ball. This does put him in a decent spot, although he still has to train with his teammates. That said, a return could come next week in their season opener, but he will have to make a decent jump in health.

AUGUST 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Features in pre-season squad Stergiou suffered a season-ending ankle injury in May against Heidenheim and underwent successful surgery before beginning his recovery, aiming to be ready for the pre-season train...

Impact Stergiou is nearing a return from the season-ending ankle injury that required surgery. The Swiss defender is part of the pre-season squad that will train in Tegernsee to prepare for the 2025/26 campaign. Stergiou will likely see some minutes in a future friendly to build his competitive fitness, although he should earn a bench role heading into the new season following the signing of Lorenz Assignon during the transfer window.

JULY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will undergo surgery Stergiou suffered a syndesmosis injury in his ankle during training last week and is set to undergo surgery in the coming days. He has been ruled out for the rest of the season, th...

Impact Stergiou will undergo ankle surgery in the coming days after suffering a syndesmosis injury in training last week. He will hope to recover in time for the start of next season. Pascal Stenzel is expected to replace him at right-back for the final stretch of the season.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Stergiou (foot) is out for Saturday's trip to St. Pauli, per manager Sebastian Hoeness.

Impact Stergiou isn't an option for Saturday's clash as he struggles with a foot issue. The defender will likely be replaced by Finn Jeltsch at right-back. Stergiou has two chances to return before the end of the Bundesliga campaign.

MAY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Saturday Stergiou scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Werder Bremen.

Impact Stergiou netted the opener in the 19th minute after dribbling past Michael Zetterer. Stergiou also made eight clearances, two interceptions and two tackles. He has now recorded goal contributions in consecutive appearances and registered over seven clearances in both of those.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assist during return Stergiou assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-0 victory over Bochum.

Impact Stergiou returned from his suspension Saturday, seeing the start and full 90 minutes of play. He would earn an assist, finding Ermedin Demirovic in the 85th minute for the final goal of the match. This is a rare assist for the defender, with it only his second of the season in nine appearances.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension over Stergiou is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Stergiou has cleared his two match-ban due to the straight red card he received against Kiel, with the defender set to return in their next contest. He has been a regular starter when available recently and should be expected to return to the starting XI immediately now that he is an option.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Receives two-match ban Stergiou has been handed a two-match Bundesliga suspension by the DFB after getting sent off in Saturday's clash with Kiel, the club announced.

Impact Stergiou received a red card in the 52nd minute of Saturday's match against Kiel and has been handed a two-match ban after the German Football Association suspended him for an additional game on Monday. He will miss Sunday's match against Leverkusen and the trip to Frankfurt on March 29. Finn Jeltsch is a likely replacement until he returns from suspension.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Stergiou was shown a red card in the 52nd minute in Saturday's match against Kiel.

Impact Stergiou returned to action from injury Saturday but will head back to the sidelines for at least one match, as he was shown a straight red. He will be suspended for their match against Leverkusen on March 16, returning against Frankfurt on March 29. This will force a change, with Finn Jeltsch as a possible replacement.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Kiel Stergiou (heel) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Kiel.

Impact Stergiou is back with the team after missing their last contest, with the defender immediately seeing a spot in the starting XI. He has now started in his past four appearances and will look to continue in this role now that he is fit.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Munich Sterigou will not be an option for Friday's match against Bayern Munich due to injury, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness. "Leonidas has joined the team with a heel injury."

Impact Sterigou appears to have been dealt an injury over the week, as the defender has been listed as out despite seeing the full 90 last week and no report of an injury. That said, this will force a change, with the defender starting in three of the club's past four games. Josha Vagnoman will replace him in the starting XI, as he is their typical starter in that spot.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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