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Inks contract extension Tella signed a contract extension with Leverkusen until 2031, the club announced. "We are delighted to be able to keep such a likeable and top-class professional in our ranks for t...

Impact Tella arrived at Leverkusen from Southampton in 2023 and is now set to stay through 2031 after racking up 95 appearances across all competitions for the Werkself since his arrival, with 10 goals and 14 assists. This season, though, has fallen below his usual standard, as knee and foot injuries have held him to just 512 minutes across all competitions.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Saturday Tella (foot) is available for Saturday's game against Bayern Munich, according to manager Kasper Hjulmand.

Impact Tella last featured for Leverkusen in mid-January, so having him back in the mix is massive for the team in terms of depth. That said, he's likely to open this game off the bench, so his fantasy impact won't be very high.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Trains normally Tuesday Tella (foot) was spotted training normally Tuesday and could be an option for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Arsenal, the club posted.

Impact Tella has been sidelined since mid-January with a foot injury but appears to be closing in on a return after being spotted back in team training Tuesday, one day before Wednesday's Champions League showdown with Arsenal. It remains unclear whether the versatile midfielder will be ready to feature against the Gunners. That said, his return to the squad would be a timely boost for the Werkself as they continue to deal with injuries to Lucas Vazquez (calf) and Arthur (ankle).

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return late March Tella (foot) is unlikely to return before the end of March due to injury, according to Kicker.

Impact Tella is dealing with a foot injury and is expected to spend roughly one month and a half on the sidelines, making a return before the end of March unlikely. The versatile midfielder had only recently worked his way back from a long term knee injury, and this latest setback will force him into another extended absence. That said, he started just two matches across his nine appearances since returning, so his absence is unlikely to disrupt the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern Munich is smashing its own records in the Bundesliga and rivals aren't close

Bayern Munich is running away with the Bundesliga again

JANUARY 22 • Associated Press

Out for time being Tella is out for the time being due to an injury, according to his club.

Impact Tella will have to miss the next week to two, with the attacker dealt an injury after he was forced off the field in Saturday's contest. The club has not given much on his injury or when he will return, a rough development for the attacker He has only started infuse of his 10 appearances this season, a minor loss for the club.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench spot Tella (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Tella trained fully with the team since last week and is back available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. This is amazing news for the Werkself since he is a regular starter for the club but he will begin by finding a spot on the bench as he builds his rhythm. After such a long absence, Tella will look to regain match sharpness through progressive minutes before pushing for his usual starting role again.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Wolfsburg Tella (knee) is back available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in a press conference, according to Rune Gjerulff from Bulinews.

Impact Tella trained fully with the team since last week and is back available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. This is amazing news for the Werkself since he is a regular starter for the club and will likely hold a decent role once fully back fit. Tella will likely build his fitness after such a long time on the sidelines before claiming his starting role again.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Tella (knee) was spotted back in team training on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Tella has missed all the games since mid-September after starting the first three games of the Bundesliga season due to a knee injury. The versatile midfielder is expected to return after the break and showed good development on Thursday after being spotted back in team training. This is good news for the Werkself since he should be available for the clash against Wolfsburg on Nov. 22 and will likely build his fitness in upcoming games before claiming back a starting role.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return after break Tella (knee) is aiming a return after the next international break since the injury was more difficult than expected, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in a press conference, according to...

Impact Tella has missed all games since mid-September due to a knee injury and is likely going to miss a few more weeks as the recovery has been more difficult than initially expected. The attacking midfielder will likely aim for a return after the next international break. His return would bring a boost thanks to his versatility since he could play a decent role under new coach Kasper Hjulmand.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing to train next week Tella (knee) is out for the next week and expected to return to training next week, accordign to manager Kasper Hjulmand. "In fact, he was already on the court and trained. He had,...

Impact Tella is still battling his knee injury and will miss further time following a setback. This will leave him out another week, not planning to rejoin training until next week. Once he is back in group training, a return should follow soon after, likely looking for a return some time in November.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available against Mainz Tella (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Mainz.

Impact Tella was not included in the squad against Mainz despite returning to training and nearing full fitness. The attacker still needs to pass final tests before being cleared for action. He had been out since the third match of the season after starting in three straight and will now target a return in the next fixture.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday's match Tella (knee) is questionable for Saturday's match against Mainz, according to manager Kasper Hjulmand. "We're doing everything we can to get him back as soon as possible."

Impact Tella has been training with the team and is now looking to a possible return, as the attacker is on the verge of being fit. However, he will need to be tested to be an option, with the attacker a late call for the match. He has been out since the third match of the season after starting in three straight, so he will hope to return soon.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Tella (knee) returned to team training Wednesday, Kicker reports.

Impact Tella is back in team training and has a chance to return for Saturday's trip to Mainz. The forward would be a major boon in the starting XI if deemed fit to return, especially with Christian Kofane in line for another start. Tella missed the last five matches prior to the international break.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Working with ball Tella (undisclosed) was viewed working with a ball, according to his club.

Impact Tella was working with a ball for the first time since his injury, finally training again after five games out due to an undisclosed injury. He will now have an additional two weeks to recover due to the international break. The attacker will then look to be fit when facing Mainz on Oct. 18, although he will need to train with the team before he is deemed fully fit.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Tella (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's match against PSV, according to manager Kasper Hjulmand, per Bild.

Impact Tella was absent from the team sheet last outing due to an undisclosed injury and will miss out again after he was unable to train Tuesday. That said, the club will have to do without its attacker for a fourth straight game. He will now look to see the field Saturday against Berlin, but could miss out until after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Missing from team sheet Tella (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Gladbach.

Impact Tella was a late call for Sunday, but appears to need more time and has not passed testing, with the attacker left out for the outing. He will look to see a return next contest so he doesn't lose his role in the club, starting in three straight before two absences.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Sunday Tella (undisclosed) is dealing with a small issue but should be available for Sunday's clash against Gladbach, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in the press conference. "We are very posi...

Impact Tella is suffering from an undisclosed issue and will be assessed after the final training session on Saturday but should be available for Sunday's clash against Gladbach since the coach and medical staff are optimistic about him. If Tella is deemed fit enough to play, he will likely start in the frontline. If he has to miss the game or start on the bench, Ernest Poku will be a likely option to replace him.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen fights past in-form Frankfurt to earn first Bundesliga win

Bayer Leverkusen has got its first win in the Bundesliga

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Bayern coach Vincent Kompany appeals for calm after another anxious finish for his team

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany appealed for calm after another scare at Augsburg where his team held on for a 3-2 win in the Bundesliga

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists one of three goals Tella had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's 3-3 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Tella set up Patrik Schick in the fifth minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Leverkusen in shots and chances created. The assist was the first of the season for Tella who has combined for three shots, two chances created and four crosses through his opening two matches.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in depth role Tella scored twice and added four assists in 27 appearances (17 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Tella was coming off a decent season in a very limited role but progressed into a more consistent starter this season, displacing Jonas Hoffman. Tella's production didn't quite match his minutes with only six goal contributions, but the role is encouraging. With a new manager coming in Tella's outlook is a bit uncertain for next season.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund spoils Xabi Alonso's Leverkusen farewell and boosts its Champions League hopes

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso’s last home game in charge has ended in a 4-2 drubbing by Borussia Dortmund that boosted the visitors’ chances of Champions League qualification

MAY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists as substitute Tella had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing twice (one accurate) during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Freiburg.

Impact Tella entered the match in the 76th minute and set up Jonathan Tah in the 93rd for the game tying goal. Tella has assists in back-to-back matches while combining for a shot, three chances created and five crosses over his last three appearances.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Tella had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot, crossing three times (one accurate) and making two tackles (winning both) during Saturday's 2-0 wi...

Impact Tella set up Patrik Schick in the 13th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while matching the team-high in tackles. The assist was the first goal involvement since March 1st for Tella who has combined for four chances created and six crosses over his last three appearances.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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