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Option off bench Saturday Klostermann (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim.

Impact Klostermann is available as an option off the bench Saturday after sitting out the club's last contest due to illness and clearing the injury report. The defender returns to the squad in a substitute role, which aligns with his limited involvement this season. He has made only three appearances off the bench, totaling 46 minutes.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Should return Klostermann (illness) is not on the injury list and appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Klostermann had to sit out the club's last contest due to illness, but should be in for his return this coming contest, with the defender not on the injury report. A bench role is likely to be waiting, with only three appearances off the bench all season, playing 46 minutes.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Klostermann is out for Wednesday's match against Freiburg due to illness, according to his club.

Impact Klostermann will not be with the team for the first match of this week, as the defender is suffering from an illness. The good news for the club is this is a minor absence and something he should return from quickly, having gone unused in their past three games and likely to recover for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Klostermann (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Wolfsburg.

Impact Klostermann returned to training earlier this week, and the defender will be an option off the bench. This is the first time Klostermann has made the squad in 2025/26.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to train with team Wednesday Klostermann (calf) is set to train with his teammates Wednesday after partially training Tuesday, according to his club.

Impact Klostermann is looking to be nearing a return in the coming days, as he trained partially Tuesday as part of workload management and is likely to train with the rest of his teammates Wednesday. He has yet to appear this season, so this is good news, possibly setting him up for a return against Wolfsburg on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still battling injury Klostermann is out for Saturday's match against Koln due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Klostermann will not be in the call once again this week, missing his fourth straight match to start the season after dealing with calf and muscle injuries. This is unfortunate for the player, as he started in 20 of his 28 appearances last season, serving a decent role that could dwindle due to his injury. He will now hope for a return soon, although that is up in the air moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Klostermann (calf) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Mainz.

Impact Klostermann will remain sidelined for Saturday's game despite rejoining training in the recent weeks. The club is opting for a careful approach and has not yet cleared him for selection. That said, he could be back in contention soon if he continues to train without setbacks.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Klostermann (calf) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim.

Impact Klostermann will not be part of the squad for Saturday's opener despite returning to training since last week. The club has opted for caution and will continue to manage his recovery gradually. That said, a return in the next few games remains likely if he maintains his training rhythm.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, won't play Klostermann (calf) has trained with the team but is not an option for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to his club.

Impact Klostermann is not going to be an option for the opener despite making his return to training, with the club deciding to leave him sidelined. That said, a return cannot be too far, possibly returning within the next few games if he continues to train, likely earning a bench spot once fit.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle injury Klostermann didn't train Tuesday due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Klostermann looks to be dealing with some issues around two weeks ahead of the season, with the defender dealt a muscle injury during training. This is something to monitor with the season on the horizon, as he is a depth option they will want to have on the bench when beginning the campaign.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in solid role Klostermann made 28 appearances (20 starts) in the Bundesliga, scoring once.

Impact Klostermann kept the same role he's had across the last few seasons. He was a depth option across the defense and played a bit over half the available minutes. Klostermann is valuable for his ability to play anywhere, but he isn't quite good enough to be an every-day starter.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Klostermann is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Klostermann has served his suspension for yellow card accumulation and is now available for selection moving forward. The defender will look to bounce back ahead of pre-season after a disappointing season for Leipzig.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for season finale Klostermann was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Klostermann was shown the card in the 2nd minute and will miss next week's season finale against Stuttgart through suspension.

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Klostermann scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Klostermann got on the scoresheet Saturday, a rare goal for the defender who doesn't get forward as frequently at this point in his career. Klostermann remains a more defensive option, but with the excellent Leipzig attack and midfield around him he does occasionally get in more attacking spaces. Klostermann hasn't topped a single goal contribution in the last five Bundesliga seasons.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench Klostermann (infection) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Klostermann has returned after one match out, putting his infection in the past to earn a spot on the bench. He has gone unused in his past two appearances on the team sheet while starting in 14 of his 23 appearances this season, with a rotational role likely to continue.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Dortmund Klostermann (infection) has returned to full training and should be available for Saturday's clash against Dortmund as he was not mentioned among the injured players, the club anno...

Impact Klostermann hasn't played in the last three matches due to an infection but returned to full training this week. He should be available Saturday against Dortmund although he isn't expected to start even if fully fit with the competition in central defense.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Klostermann (infection) returned to training Tuesday, Leipzig announced.

Impact Klostermann hasn't played in the last three matches due to the infection, but got back in full training Tuesday. While that's not a guarantee he's fully fit and ready to go, it's a good sign that he should be an option before the international break.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Klostermann delivered seven clearances and four interceptions in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Stuttgart.

Impact Klostermann set season highs with seven clearances and four interceptions on Wednesday against Stuttgart. The German defender has not been a consistent starter this season, often stepping in during defensive injury absences. Despite this, he has contributed 50 clearances, 17 interceptions, and 13 tackles across 15 Bundesliga outings, playing a key role in five clean sheets during that span.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in cup Klostermann came off the bench during Wednesday's 2-0 cup win over Frankfurt.

Impact Klostermann was back from a minor muscular and had to come off the bench. The defender could be in line for a starting role during Saturday's trip to Holstein Kiel, if he can get up to full match fitness.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back in cup game Klostermann could be back for the German Cup game Wednesday against Frankfurt.

Impact Klostermann could feature in the squad Wednesday for the German Cup game, pending a decision after Tuesday's training, according to the club. With Castello Lukeba sidelined by a mid-term injury (thigh), Klostermann's return could provide much-needed depth for Leipzig.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscular injury Klostermann won't be available to face Inter Milan on Tuesday due to a muscular injury, the club announced Monday.

Impact The injury doesn't appear to be serious, and while Leipzig have not given a timetable for Klostermann's return, they acknowledged that his absence from the travelling squad is due to a precautionary measure. His next chance to feature will come against Wolfsburg on Saturday in the return of the Bundesliga campaign.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited by injury again Klostermann made 25 appearances (16 starts) and scored once in the Bundesliga.

Impact Klostermann's season was marred by a thigh injury, the second year in a row he's had his minutes limited by injury. The defender hasn't played a major starting role since 2018/19, though he could be see more chances if Will Orban struggles with injury once more.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Mainz Klostermann (thigh) is in the squad to face Mainz on Saturday.

Impact Klostermann returns after missing out on Leipzig's last five matches in all competitions. The defender had started nine straight matches prior to the injury, but settles for a role on the bench Saturday.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Klostermann (thigh) took part in portions of team training, his club reported Tuesday.

Impact Klostermann continues to ramp up his fitness, as after training individually last week, he is now completing portions of training with the team. This brings confidence that the defender will return after the international break for his expected return date of March 30 against Mainz, as he cannot be further than a week away from being good to go. He will now continue his rehabilitation process leading up to the contest, hoping that he is fit enough to reclaim his starting role in the center of the defense immediately.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually with ball Klostermann (thigh) was spotted training individually with a ball ahead of Friday's match against Koln.

Impact Klostermann looks to be making decent progress on his recovery, as he was back at training Monday for the first time since going down with his injury on Feb. 17 against Gladbach. The defender will still most likely remain out until his expected return date of March 30, as with the international break on the horizon, there is no reason to risk him before the extra two weeks of rest. He will also have to make the jump team training before returning, which should most likely come next week.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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