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Bench option Nmecha (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Nmecha is recovered from his groin injury after three weeks out, fit enough to be on the bench for Saturday. He holds a minor role and has only started in one of his 11 appearances, likely to continue in a bench spot.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Saturday Nmecha (groin) is an option for Saturday's match against Heidenheim, according to Wolfsburger Allgemeine.

Impact Nmecha looks to be on the return from a groin injury this week, with the attacker cleared to be an alternate for the reception of Heidenheim. That said, he will hope to see minutes at some point, as he will start on the bench to begin. He has only started in one of his 11 matches this season and is expected to remain in that role.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still in rehabilitation process Nmecha (groin) is still undergoing rehabilitation and is unavailable for selection, coach Ralph Hasenhuttl confirmed in a press conference. "Lukas is also in rehabilitation and is...

Impact Nmecha continues to recover from an adductor injury and will not be available for selection. His absence is unlikely to impact the starting lineup, as he has mainly featured as a bench option this season.

MARCH 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available for cup game Nmecha is still dealing with an adductor issue and has been ruled out for the DFB Pokal match against Leipzig. He is also a doubt for Saturday's game against Bremen, as confirmed b...

Impact Nmecha has been sidelined recently due to an adductor injury, leaving his availability for Saturday's match in doubt. However, his absence is unlikely to affect the starting lineup, as he has primarily been used as a bench option this season.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice off bench Nmecha scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 5-1 win versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Nmecha returned from his thigh injury and had his best game of the season as scored twice in 17 minutes. However, the forward has yet to appear in the starting lineup this season.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No longer injured Nmecha (thigh) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Gladbach.

Impact Nmecha is no longer injured, as he has made his way back from a thigh injury, missing one match due to the complications. He will likely continue in a bench spot moving forward, as he has yet to see a start in his eight appearances on the team sheet this campaign.

JANUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing thigh injury Nmecha is dealing with a thigh injury and his status for Tuesday's game against Monchengladbach is uncertain, manager Ralph Hasenhuttl told media Monday.

Impact Nmecha missed the 1-0 win over Hoffenheim due to an injury, so it's unclear if he'll be ready to suit up Tuesday given the quick turnaround. The presence of the central midfielder shouldn't play a big role in fantasy decisions, though, as he's yet to start a game in the 2024/25 campaign.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could get the call Saturday Nmecha (thigh) could get the call for Saturday's clash with Augsburg, per manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. "It is quite possible that Lukas Nmecha will be in the squad this weekend".

Impact Nmecha could see a return to the pitch after missing time with a thigh injury. He will likely start on the bench if fit, not having played since March, only appearing three times during the 2023/24 campaign.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on grass Nmecha (thigh) was back in parts of training ahead of Saturday's match versus Stuttgart, said manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. "Lukas Nmecha was also back after minor adductor problems, b...

Impact Nmecha is making his first steps of returning to the pitch after missing the opening matches with a thigh injury. He will be a late call for Saturday, though has a better chance of coming back on Oct 5. The midfielder only made three Bundesliga appearances last campaign, keeping a limited role with Wolfsburg.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready Nmecha (thigh) is out for Sunday's clash with Munich, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact Nmecha isn't an option for Sunday's clash with Munich due to a thigh injury. The attacker finished the last two seasons with major injuries and has now gone almost three years without a major role. Nmecha will hope to return before the first international break, though that seems unlikely.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes knee surgery Nmecha (knee) underwent knee surgery and will be out long term, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Nmecha is set for yet another lost year, his third season in a row with major time on the bench. Manager Niko Kovac also bluntly spoke about new addition Amin Sarr as a like-for-like replacement for Nmecha. Not only will the striker be facing a six-month, or longer, absence, but he will likely be third or fourth on the pecking order when he returns with Jonas Wind in scintillating form.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aggravates knee injury Nmecha (knee) will miss Saturday's clash with Heidenheim due to a knee injury, Wolfsburg announced Monday.

Impact Nmecha was forced off during a 6-0 DFB Pokal win over TuS Makkabi Berlin due to the knee injury and it's a worst case scenario for the striker. He will undergo tests to understand the extent of the injury but after nearly a year on the sideline with a prior injury the fear is a long-term absence. Jonas Wind will lead the line for Saturday's Bundesliga opener.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in friendly Nmecha (knee) took part in Tuesday's friendly clash with Freiburg.

Impact Nmecha returned to the pitch after a knee injury knocked him out of pre-season training. The forward is set for a major role in the starting XI in 2023-24 if he can stay fit, though there is plenty of competition for starting minutes with Jonas Wind and Patrick Wimmer.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Nmecha (knee) took full part in team training Thursday, Waz.de reports.

Impact Nmecha was back in full team training as he recovers from a long-term knee injury. The striker could be the top option leading the line in 2023-24, though he will face competition from Jonas Wind for that role.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return to training Nmecha (knee) is targeting a return to team training, he announced via Instagram.

Impact Nmecha continues to progress through his recovery from a long-term knee injury. The striker is hoping to recover before the beginning of the 2023-24 season, though it seems likely he will miss some portion of pre-season. It remains to be seen who will lead the line for Wolfsburg to open the Bundesliga, though Nmecha is certainly a frontrunner for the starting role.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on shelf Nmecha will end the season with a knee injury, confirmed manager Nico Kovac.

Impact Nmecha has been out since March 18 with a knee injury and has failed to make a return before the season ends. It has been an injury plagued year for the forward, making just 10 starts in 16 appearances with four goals. He will try to recover in time for preseason camp with two years left on his contract.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Stuttgart clash due to injury Nmecha (knee) was left out of the squad for Saturday's 1-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Nmecha had another injury setback, once again on his knee, and didn't travel with the squad. The timetable for the forward to return is still to be known and we'll certainly have more news after the international break.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Nmecha (illness) is fully fit and available for Sunday's match with Frankfurt, manager Niko Kovac announced.

Impact Nmecha is fully fit Sunday after missing out against Koln due to illness. The forward should be fit and available to lead the line against Frankfurt as he tries to bounce back from what has been a disappointing season with only four goals in 14 appearances.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Nmecha will miss Saturday's clash against FC Koln due to an illness, Wolfsburg manager Niko Kovac announced Thursday.

Impact Nmecha has made two appearances off the bench in February after missing almost three months with a knee injury he suffered just before the World Cup, but he will be sidelined against Koln this weekend with an illness.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes on Sunday Nmecha is fit and in the match day squad to face Bayern Munich on Sunday.

Impact Nmecha returns after recovering from a knee injury in time for the match. The attacker starts from the bench having scored four goals in 12 appearances.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Nmecha (knee) returned to full training with Wolfsburg on Friday, manager Niko Kovac announced Friday. He is expected to be available for selection to face Bayern Munich on Sunday.

Impact Nmecha has been out since before the World Cup after tearing a tendon in his knee in early November, but Kovac says he has recovered now and could be set to make his return to the pitch on Sunday. He has scored four goals in 12 Bundesliga appearances (10 starts) mostly at center forward this season for Wolfsburg.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Saturday Nmecha (knee) will be out again for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, the club announced.

Impact Nmecha will miss his fourth match in a row due to a knee injury. Patrick Wimmer will continue to receive more minutes after recording a goal and two assists in the last three games.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Nmecha (knee) is out for Saturday's clash with Freiburg, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Nmecha is out for Saturday's match but has made a return to training. The forward is continuing his recovery and is expected to return to full fitness in the coming weeks. Patrick Wimmer will likely see more playing time with Nmecha sidelined.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for training camp Nmecha (knee) is expected to travel to the January training camp, kicker.de reports.

Impact Nmecha is set to return to training early in January, though likely in a reduced capacity. The forward is making his way back from a long-term knee injury and might be unable to take full part in the training camp or friendlies. Still a return slightly ahead of schedule gives Nmecha a chance to return for a Jan. 21 clash with Freiburg.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for MRI Nmecha (knee) is set for an MRI to inspect his knee's recovery, waz.de reports.

Impact Nmecha returned to Wolfsburg for an MRI to inspect how his knee is recovering. The striker is targeting a return to the pitch during Wolfsburg's January training camp, with eyes on a playing return in a Jan. 21 clash with Freiburg.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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