LUCA KILIAN NEWS

Suffers new ACL injury Killian will miss the rest of the season after he was confirmed to have suffered an ACL injury in training on Monday, the club announced.

Impact Killian's incredible ordeal has now lasted nearly a year and a half. At the end of March 2024, he tore his cruciate ligament for the first time in training. While trying to get back on his feet, he suffered another tear in December 2024 while playing with the U21 team in the Regionalliga West. He did not give up and managed to return to the pitch, training with the team for the first time during summer camp, but another serious setback followed as he suffered a new ACL injury on Monday that will sideline him for many more months.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with problems Killan (knee) is out for Sunday's match against Mainz, according to manager Lukas Kwasniok. "Luca still has some issues with the tendon, stemming from the cruciate ligament surgery...

Impact Killan has trained but is still not ready for his return from ACL surgery, as a tendon issue is currently affecting him. That said, he will miss the opener and now looks ahead to their next match for his return. He could see a decent role when fit, so the defender will hope to see full fitness soon.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to train Kilian (knee) is partially training with the group, according to his club.

Impact Kilian is seeing another update for the first time since around a month ago, as he is now training partially with the group after training with them during his last update. That said, it is unknown if he is possibly facing a setback, although it is still positive he is at least training. He will now hope to join a preseason friendly soon, with that possibly clearing him for the start of the season.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Killian picked up an illness and is now in question for Sunday's match against Mainz, according to the club.

Impact Killian may not be an option for Sunday after picking up an illness this week. This could affect the starting XI slightly, as the defender has started the past two matches in the absence of Benno Schmitz. If both players are unable to go, expect Dominique Heintz to get the start in the back line.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends on bench Kilian spent the closing stages of the Bundesliga on the bench but made 16 appearances on the season as a whole.

Impact Kilian opened the season as a consistent starter but was relegated to the bench after a muscular injury. The defender faces competition from Julian Chabot, who had his loan made permanent. Kilian heads into pre-season looking to build off 46 clearances, 22 tackles and 11 interceptions in 13 starts (16 appearances.)

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Closer to return Kilian (ankle) has been training with the team with no issue, but will not be ready for Sunday's match against Borussia Monchengladbach. "Luca Kilian has trained well, without ques...

Impact The team does not want to rush the return of Kilian after he suffered a serious ankle injury in January. As he continues to train with the squad, there is a chance that he can feature on the bench for next weekend's clash versus FC Augsburg. The defender will ease into starting again once he regains full form, so Julian Chabot will continue to get the start at center back for Koln.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Kilian (ankle) took part in full team training Wednesday, Koln announced.

Impact Kilian returned to full team training for Wednesday's session and could play in friendlies. The defender is set to make his long-awaited return from a serious ankle injury, though it's uncertain if he will be fit before an April 2 match against Gladbach.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Kilian (ankle) will be unavailable versus Bochum on Friday.

Impact Kilian has resumed training but will be sidelined for his ninth consecutive contest due to his ankle problem. Once given the all-clear, Kilian should be in the mix to reclaim his spot in the starting XI which will likely mean a return to the bench for Julian Chabot.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins training Kilian (ankle) will patriciate in parts of training with FC Koln.

Impact Kilian has sat out the last eight matches with an ankle injury, but is making a big step forward in his recovery by returning to partial training Tuesday. He is likely a week away from returning to the pitch, where he will have to built his fitness back up to get his starting role back from Julian Chabot, who has recorded four clean sheets, 51 clearances and 22 tackles (14 wo) in his absence.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to face Stuttgart Kilian is not in the match day squad to face Stuttgart on Saturday.

Impact Kilian remains out as he continues to recover from an ankle injury suffered a month ago. The defender was taking part in individual training earlier in the week so he could be in line for a return soon.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Kilian (ankle) was doing individual work in training with FC Koln on Tuesday.

Impact Kilian has been out since the winter break after suffering an ankle injury in early January, but he's making progress with his recovery. He still has some time to go however before he can return to the squad and be back in action.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Kilian (ankle) is out for Saturday's clash with Werder Bremen, manager Steffen Baumgart announced.

Impact Kilian has been ruled out for Saturday's match and will now be sidelined with an ankle issue he picked up in training camp. Julian Chabot will take his spot in the starting XI, as Baumgart announced the entire starting XI in his press conference. Kilian is expected to be out long-term, likely giving Chabot a consistent role in the starting XI.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury in training Kilian picked up an ankle injury in training on Wednesday and is set for a spell on the sidelines, FC Koln announced.

Impact Kilian has started 13 of Koln's 15 Bundesliga matches this season, scoring a goal and keeping a clean sheet from central defense. It is unclear how long he will be expected to miss with this ankle injury, but there is still a few weeks of winter break before Koln's season resumes on Jan. 21. Nikola Soldo and Julian Chabot are both options to replace him in the lineup if necessary.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Major role continues Kilian scored once during 13 starts in the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Kilian missed two matches with minor injuries, but outside of those matches, and the matches where picked up the injury, he's played every single match. Kilian broke out with Koln in the 2021/22 campaign, and Kilian has now established himself as a nailed-on starter in central defense.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Kilian is eligible to return from suspension for Sunday's trip to Freiburg.

Impact Kilian served a one-match ban against Hoffenheim but is eligible to return to the starting XI on Sunday. Kilian is a likely starter, having started each match before the suspension.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Friday Kilian was sent off during Friday's clash with Mainz for two yellow cards in the opening 30 minutes.

Impact Kilian was shown a second yellow card inside 30 minutes during Friday's match and was sent off. This is from bad to worse for Koln as they continue to struggle with injuries in central defense and are now missing a starting option in Kilian. Kristian Pedersen could be one potential option to slot into the starting XI, though it's possible Koln are forced into a change of formation. Kilian will miss a Sunday clash with Hoffenheim before returning for a trip to Freiburg.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five clearances in defeat Kilian made five clearances and two blocks during Sunday's 5-2 loss to Gladbach.

Impact Kilian and Koln as a whole were completely overwhelmed by Gladbach, especially after going down to 10. Kilian made just a single tackle but had plenty to do in the box making clearances and blocks. The center-back should have less to do in more favorable game scripts though he has consistently made the most of the chances he's been given to accrue 15 tackles and 31 clearances in eight matches.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Kilian will be available against Dortmund on Oct. 1 after serving his one-match ban.

Impact Kilian should jump right back into the starting XI for the club coming out of the international break considering he featured one each of the first six matches of the year. In those appearances, the central defender scored one goal on four shots (one on target) but has been primarily a defensive option with 17 clearances, 12 tackles (nine won) and five interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring Sunday Kilian scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating a chance during Sunday's 3-1 win over Schalke.

Impact Kilian found the back of the net in the 49th minute opening the scoring in the match. The defender finished with the second highest amount of interceptions and clearances on the team in the win.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent starter Kilian joined from Mainz and made 30 appearances (25 starts) throughout the 2021/22 season.

Impact Kilian made the move from Mainz to Koln and put together an excellent performances throughout the season. While he has limited offensive upside due to his role in central defense Kilian's ability to stay in the starting XI gives him a stable floor. Killian heads into the 2022/23 season as one of the top defensive options for Koln.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal against FSV Mainz Kilian had one goal on one shot, two interceptions and three tackles in the 3-2 victory over FSV Mainz 05 on Saturday.

Impact With time running out, Kilian managed to score a solo goal in the 82nd minute to push his side ahead. The defender rarely scores, and he is unlikely to do so again in the next match against Monchengladbach.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Friday Kilian (head) will be available off the bench against Greuther Furth on Friday.

Impact Kilian has started the previous two matches for the club but will be forced to return to a bench role in favor of Jorge Mere. Heading into the rest of the season Kilian figures to offer mid-range fantasy value, at best, given his lack of offensive acumen.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with head injury Kilian (head) made two clearances, won three duels and one aerial in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Frankfurt.

Impact Kilian had to be replaced on 35 minutes by Jorge Mere after catching Timo Horn's elbow in the back of the head. If he is not able to recover before the match against Greuther Furth on November 1, Mere may get the start in his place.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs seven clearances during start Kilian recorded seven clearances during a 1-1 draw Saturday versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Kilian averaged five clearances across his first two Koln appearances. He will be competing for starts against Jorge Mere and Rafael Czichos, center-backs who commenced the ongoing Bundesliga campaign well but had been unreliable earlier this year.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Join Koln on loan Kilian will spend the 2021-22 campaign on loan with FC Koln from Mainz.

Impact Kilian logged just one minute off the bench for Mainz through the first two matches of the season. The defender is unlikely to find minutes any easier to come by with his new club, though injuries to Jannes-Kilian Horn (hip) and Timo Hubers (knee) could create some opportunities for Kilian.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE