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Back available against Strasbourg Celik is available to return to the squad for Saturday's Ligue 1 clash against Strasbourg, according to coach Dino Toppmoller, per Lensois. "Celik is now fit to return to the squad...

Impact Celik has continued to progress after missing the season opener against Auxerre and is now cleared to rejoin the matchday squad. The defender had already returned to training following the undisclosed issue that kept him out of the World Cup with Bosnia, but was not considered ready for selection last weekend. His return gives manager Dino Toppmoller another defensive option for Saturday's trip to Strasbourg, though Celik may initially have to settle for a role off the bench.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet ready for matchday squad Celik (undisclosed) continues to train but is not yet an option to be included in the squad for Saturday's season opener against Auxerre, according to coach Dino Toppmoller, per Ma...

Impact Celik had taken part in group training ahead of the Trophee des Champions against PSG after working individually following an undisclosed injury that ruled him out of the World Cup with Bosnia, and this latest update shows continued progress even if a return to matchday squads still isn't imminent. His steady improvement in training keeps him on track to eventually reenter contention in the coming weeks.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Takes part in full training Celik took part in training with the group Friday but will still be unavailable for Sunday's Trophee des Champions against PSG, according to coach Dino Toppmoller, per Lensois. "Fo...

Impact Celik had been working individually with the club's physical trainers after an undisclosed injury ruled him out of the World Cup with Bosnia, and this return to group training marks a significant step forward in his recovery, even if it was only part of the session. His involvement puts him closer to being an option in the coming weeks as Lens continues its buildup to the new season.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Friday Celik (undisclosed) was spotted training with the team Friday ahead of Sunday's Trophee des Champions against PSG, according to Lensois.com.

Impact Celik had been working individually with the club's physical trainers after an undisclosed injury ruled him out of the World Cup with Bosnia, and this full return to team training marks a significant step forward in his recovery. His involvement now puts him in contention to be available for the Trophee des Champions as Lens continues its buildup to the new 2026/27 Ligue 1 season.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Working with physical trainers Celik (undisclosed) is back on the field working with the club's physical trainers, according to coach Dino Toppmoller, per Lensois. "Jhoanner Chavez is back on the field. He's wor...

Impact Celik had returned to training at La Gaillette Gervais Martel after an undisclosed injury ruled him out of the 2026 World Cup with Bosnia, and this update shows continued progress in his individualized buildup alongside teammate Jhoanner Chavez. No specific timeline for a return to group training has been disclosed. Celik is expected to continue building toward full training as Lens' preseason preparations continue.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Back on the pitch Celik has returned to training at La Gaillette Gervais Martel, the club announced.

Impact Celik had picked up an undisclosed injury during a training session that ultimately ruled him out of the 2026 World Cup with Bosnia. His return to the pitch marks a positive step in his recovery ahead of the new season. Celik is expected to continue building toward full training as Lens' preseason preparations continue.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE