Milos Veljkovic - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Won't play in season finale Veljkovic (calf) is out for Saturday's game against Heidenheim.

Impact Veljkovic returned to training in early May, but the center-back won't be available for the final match of the season. He ends the campaign with 46 clearances, 10 tackles and nine blocked shots across 14 Bundesliga appearances (11 starts).

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Thursday Veljkovic (calf) was spotted back in team training on Thrusday, the club announced.

Impact Veljkovic returned to team training on Thursday ahead of Saturday's clash against Leipzig. This is good news as it suggests the defender is nearing a return after recovering from a calf injury that could have ruled him out for the season. He has been a regular starter when fit but is unlikely to be risked directly in the starting XI after missing more than a month and a half.

MAY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return this season Veljkovic (calf) is questionable to return this season, according to the head of professional football, Peter Niemeyer, per Bjarne Voigt of Deich Stube. "It is a lengthy calf injur...

Impact Veljkovic looks to be in a race to return this season, as he is slowly progressing from a calf injury that has kept him on the sidelines for a bit. This is a tough development for the defender, as this is expected to be his last season with the club, and he may not see another match in the green. That said, he will need to see a major boost to his fitness in the coming weeks to be an option before the end of the season, already having been ruled out for Sunday's match against St. Pauli.

APRIL 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Veljkovic (calf) remains out due to his injury, coach Ole Werner said in the press conference.

Impact Veljkovic missed the last three games due to a calf injury and remains out without a precise timeline for his return. His absence is affecting the starting XI since he is a regular starter when fit, with Amos Pieper replacing him in the backline.

APRIL 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Suttgart Veljkovic (strain) is out for Sunday's trip to Stuttgart, per manager Ole Werner.

Impact Veljkovic isn't an option for Sunday's clash as he continues to deal with a muscle issue. The defender will hope to return for an April 19 clash with Bochum. Veljkovic has now missed three matches in a row due to the muscular concern, meaning Amos Piepier will remain in the starting XI.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Veljkovic (strain) is out for Saturday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Veljkovic is still battling a strain, as he has been left out Saturday despite seeing the training field the past two days. This still does leave him close to a return, possibly against Stuttgart on April 13.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doutbful against Frankfurt Vejkovic (strain) remains doubtful for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt and will be assessed after the final two training sessions to determine if he can feature in the squad, co...

Impact Vejkovic suffered a muscle injury before his last contest against Kiel and remains a doubt for Saturday's clash as he will need to be assessed after the final two training sessions. If he is ruled out, Niklas Stark could see an increased role in defense.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscular injury Vejkovic is out for Saturday's match against Kiel due to a muscular injury, according to his club.

Impact Veljkovic is not going to be with the team Saturday, as he suffered a muscle injury ahead of the contest. This is a tough situation for the club, as he is a regular starter, starting in 14 of the 17 games he has played in. That said, Amos Pieper, Niklas Stark and Anthony Jung will likely start in the center of the defense due to his absence.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Agrees Red Star move Veljkovic will join Red Star Belgrade on a free transfer at the conclusion of the Bundesliga, the club announced.

Impact Veljkovic is set to return to his home country, agreeing a three-year contract with Red Star Belgrade that will see him join on a free transfer. The defender remains a key part of the first team in Bremen, where he will now play out the remainder of his contract.

MARCH 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available for cup Veljkovic (back) is available for Tuesday's cup clash with Arminia Bielefeld, according to manager Ole Werner.

Impact Veljkovic is expected to return for Tuesday's clash in the DFB Pokal, despite missing out against Freiburg. The defender was never feared to have suffered a serious injury, and it appears the injury was as minor as had been hoped originally.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Freiburg game Veljkovic (undisclosed) was forced off at halftime during the last game against Hoffenheim and will miss Friday's clash against Freiburg, coach Ole Werner confirmed in the press co...

Impact Veljkovic sustained an undisclosed injury against Hoffenheim and has been ruled out for Friday's match. Amos Pieper is expected to take his place in defense for the upcoming game.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Dortmund Veljkovic assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Veljkovic created Leonardo Bittencourt's goal in the 64th minute wit his first assist in the season to help Bremen earn one point on the road. The centerback led his side in clearances during the match as well. That was his ninth start in 13 overall appearances.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back after one match Veljkovic (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's match against St. Pauli.

Impact Veljkovic returns following a one match absence due to a muscle strain. The defender had started three straight fixtures prior to the injury, but settles for a role on the bench to begin Saturday's match.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Bochum Veljkovic (strain) is out for Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Veljkovic has not passed his fitness test Saturday and will be left out, as the defender is still dealing with his strain. This brings Anthony Jung into the starting XI, with Veljkovic now hoping for a return when the club faces St. Pauli on Dec. 14.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle issues Veljkovic is questionable for Saturday's match against Bochum due to injury, according to his club.

Impact Veljkovic is questionable for Saturday after his early exit from Tuesday's DFB Pokal match, with the defender suffering from muscle issues. He will likely face a late fitness test, likely forcing a change if left out as he is a regular starter. That said, if he is left out, Anthony Jung will likely take his spot.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Veljkovic was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Tuesday's clash with Darmstadt.

Impact Veljkovic had to come off just 14 minutes into the Pokal clash. It's a doubly disappointing injury as he just returned from a foot issue earlier in the season. Anthony Jung came on to replace Veljkovic for the cup clash.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back after six matches out Veljkovic (foot) is in the squad to face Leverkusen on Saturday.

Impact Veljkovic returns for the first time since August after missing six matches through injury. A locked on starter when fit, Veljkovic will be eased back into action from the bench Saturday.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with group Veljkovic (foot) trained with the group Wednesday, according to his club.

Impact Veljkovic looks to be on the brink of a return, with the defender having been viewed training with the group. That said, he could be back anytime now, possibly against Leverkusen on Saturday. The club will hope for this, as he did start in their first four matches of the season before his injury.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Veljkovic (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Ole Werner. "He is still having persistent ankle problems. We are assessing him week...

Impact Veljkovic is set to miss out on yet another match, marking his third straight match on the sidelines due to the issues. He looks likely to possibly miss even more time moving forward, as he has been reported to still have consistent problems with his ankle. That said, he probably won't see the field again until some time in October.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Veljkovic (undisclosed) has been training individually ahead of Sunday's trip to Mainz.

Impact Veljkovic is working his way back to fitness following an injury picked up before the international break. He is still questionable for Sunday's trip to Mainz. missing the clash with BVB already. If the defender is ruled out again, then Anthony Jung will likely get the start in the back line for the team.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Veljkovic (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Dortmund on Saturday.

Impact Veljkovic played the entirety of last week's opener against Augsburg, but picked up an issue in the training which will keep him out of Saturday's match. The defender is replaced in the starting XI by Anthony Jung.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to individual training Veljkovic was limited to individual training Friday and is now questionable for Saturday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Veljkovic looks likely to be a late call for Saturday's match, with the defender having picked up an undisclosed issue this week. He started in their opening match of the season, so this will force a change if he is unable to player. That said, if fit, he will likely see the start, but if not, expect Julian Malatini to start in his place.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies first assist of season Veljkovic assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Union Berlin.

Impact Veljkovic tallied his first assist of the season, as he set up teammate, Marvin Ducksch in the center of the box, giving his side a 2-0 lead in the 75th minute of play. Veljkovic has never tallied more than one assist in a season and has a chance to set a new career high, after notching one in his seventh appearance of the year.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Veljkovic scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) and made three clearances during Sunday's 4-2 loss to Darmstadt.

Impact Veljkovic found the back of the net in the 78th minute scoring Bremen's second goal while leading the team with three clearances. The goal was the first of the season for Veljkovic who has started two straight matches after recovering from illness.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Veljkovic (illness) was on the pitch for Tuesday's training session, indicating he'll be available versus Mainz on Saturday.

Impact Veljkovic missed out against Freiburg on Saturday after picking up an illness but seems to be trending in the right direction to play versus Mainz. If fully fit, the center back should reclaim his place in the starting XI. which figures to relegate Niklas Stark to a spot on the bench.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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