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Returns in Carabao Cup Wieffer (undisclosed) appeared off the bench for 27 minutes in Wednesday's 3-2 win against Wolves.

Impact Wieffer was back in training Monday, so it was no surprise to see him take the field in Wednesday's Carabao Cup win. He should end a three-match absence from league play in their next match now that he is fit, as he hasn't appeared since the opening match of the season. He did start in his one appearance and will likely gain that spot back the next time out.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Training Monday Wieffer (undisclosed) was active in training Monday ahead of Sunday's clash with Nottingham Forest.

Impact Wieffer continues to train as he works his way back from a knock. The midfielder was sidelined before the international break, and while he didn't fully recover during the break he's getting closer. Wieffer could be back as soon as Wednesday's EFL Cup clash with Wolves.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Set for fitness test Wieffer (undisclosed) is back in training and will be a fitness test ahead of Saturday's clash with Ipswich Town. "Mats Wieffer is training with the team today and then we have to...

Impact Wieffer has missed the last two PL matches with an injury, only getting the chance to play the opener against Everton. He is very close to making his return, though would have to pass fitness before being an option for the team. Prior to getting hurt, Wieffer recorded an assist with four tackles (three won) and two clearances.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined on Saturday Wieffer (undisclosed) isn't part of the squad for Saturday's clash with Arsenal.

Impact Wieffer will sit out his second consecutive game because of a minor injury. Carlos Baleba is getting the nod since Billy Gilmour has left the team.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Arsenal Wieffer (undisclosed) is doubtful for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "I don't think that he's an option yet. We have to wait today and tomo...

Impact Wieffer missed out last match after starting in the club's season opener and looks likely to miss yet another match due to his issues. He appears to be set to face a fitness test ahead of the match, with that deciding his availability for the contest. That said, if he passes, he will likely be left on the bench, but if not, expect Billy Gilmour to start in his place again.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Man United game Wieffer will miss Saturday's match versus Manchester United due to a knock, BBC Sport's Simon Stone reported.

Impact Wieffer got hurt in training and didn't make the game-day squad list. He'll work to be available for the following round. Billy Gilmour is taking his place in the midfield.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist in debut Wieffer assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Everton.

Impact In what marked his Premier League debut, Wieffer picked up an assist as he fed the ball up to Danny Welbeck, who took it home in the 56th minute of play for a 2-0 lead. Wieffer is set to be a key piece for his squad and should have more opportunities to take part in scoring plays, especially after completing 63 passes in his first match. Additionally, Wieffer had three tackles won on four attempts in the win.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Brighton Wieffer has completed a transfer to Brighton from Feyenoord, his new club announced.

Impact Wieffer will be moving from the Netherlands to England following his transfer, with the midfielder set to ink a contract until 2029 with Brighton. In his two seasons with Feyenoord, he appeared 79 times, notching nine goals and 11 assists. He should be thought of as a decent player on both sides of the ball and will likely compete for starting time.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in UCL loss Wieffer scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 defeat versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Wieffer scored his first Champions League goal Tuesday, a header in the 77th minute assisted by Luka Ivanusec's cross to cut the deficit to 2-1. It came on his only shot in the match and marked his first shot on target in five UCL matches this season. With the loss, Wieffer and his side will head to the Europa League no matter the result of Dec. 13's match at Celtic.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on opening goal Wieffer assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Lazio.

Impact Wieffer set up teammate, Santiago Gimenez in the center of the box, resulting in the opening goal of the match. The assist marks the first points in three Champions League appearances this season, for Wieffer.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two-way impact in win Wieffer recorded two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Celtic.

Impact Wieffer looked good going forward and also contributed two tackles (two won), four interceptions and two clearances at the heart of Feyenoord's midfield. He will likely play a pivotal role against Atletico Madrid next time out.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE