NIKLAS SULE NEWS

Fit for bench role Sule (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Sule has returned to the team sheet Wednesday, with the defender making a return to the bench after a match out due to undisclosed issues. He will look to test his legs and could see some use very soon, as he is predicted to see more time with Nico Schlotterbeck (knee) out for the season.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Sule (undisclosed) is on the squad list for Wednesday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Sule was back training Tuesday and looks to be even more of an option after making the squad list. This is good news for the club, as they do need a few defenders to step up after Nico Schlotterbeck (knee) was announced out for the season. He likely won't see the start but could still feature off the bench if he makes the team sheet.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Training with squad Tuesday Sule (undisclosed) was spotted in team training Tuesday ahead of the Champions League clash against Barcelona, the club announced.

Impact Sule is in a good position to be available for Wednesday's clash against Barcelona after returning to team training Tuesday, suggesting he has recovered from his injury. That said, his return shouldn't have much impact on the starting squad as he has been a bench option recently, playing only 11 minutes since mid-February. However, he could see increased playing time during Nico Schlotterbeck's recovery from injury.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sule (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Sule is not going to be an option despite being a late call, with the defender appearing to have not passed testing. This is at least still positive, as he should be nearing a return, with their next contest against Barcelona on Wednesday.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Freiburg Sule didn't train Thursday and is a late call for Saturday's match against Freiburg, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Niklas hasn't trained, so we'll have to see."

Impact Sule appears to be battling some fitness issues this week, as he has not trained ahead of Saturday's match. This will leave him questionable, likely needing to pass a fitness test to be available to play. With Emre Can (undisclosed) also injured and Nico Schlotterbeck suspended, this will be something to monitor, as Sule could be a replacement in the middle of the defense if deemed fit enough to play.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

On Bench Saturday Sule (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart.

Impact Sule resumed team training Wednesday after recovering from an injury that sidelined him since early December. He may not be ready to start but could return as a substitute in central defense later in the game.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Sule (undisclosed) got back in team training Wednesday, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Sule has been working his way back from a serious injury, and now got back in team training. It's unlikely he's deemed fit for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart, but this is an important part of the recovery process for the center-half.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Training on pitch Sule (undisclosed) did some exercises on the pitch Thursday but will remain out of the squad for Saturday's game against Bremen, new coach Mike Tullberg confirmed in the press conf...

Impact Sule has not played since early December but is nearing a return after being spotted doing exercises on the pitch Thursday. It is uncertain when he will return exactly, but he is expected to be back sometime in February.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out for months Sule (undisclosed) picked up a serious injury and will be out for months, coach Nuri Sahin said in the press conference.

Impact Sule was forced to leave in the 83rd minute of Saturday's match against Gladbach due to a serious injury. The coach confirmed that Sule will be sidelined for several months. The defender has made nine appearances this season, contributing eight tackles and 33 clearances. His absence will be felt, with Emre Can expected to step into the starting role.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hobbles off against Gladbach Sule was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Gladbach with an injury.

Impact Sule left the match in the 83rd minute being replaced by Emre Can. Sule's status for Wednesday's match against Barcelona is now in question.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench Sule (ankle) appeared off the bench for 73 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich.

Impact Sule was back in action after a month out due to ankle issues, with the defender getting a decent shift off the bench after one of his teammates called for a first-half substitute due to injury. This is solid news for the club, as he has started in six of his 10 appearances on the team sheet. He will likely see the start while Waldemar Anton (groin) is out, but could return to the bench once he is fit.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined until December Sule (ankle) is expected to be out until December, Bild reports.

Impact Sule was originally hoping to make his return straight after the international break, but suffered some issues in his recovery. The defender is now considered a heavy doubt for a Nov. 30 clash with Bayern Munich. The timeline for Sule now seems to be more centered on a Dec. 7 trip to Gladbach.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for month Sule is set to be ruled out until after the November break following an ankle injury, confirmed manager Nuri Sahin. "Niklas Sule will be out until the international break".

Impact Sule is set to be shut down for the next few weeks with an ankle injury. He had missed the St. Pauli clash with a knock, having just returned to action against Real Madrid. He's also started four times in five appearances, totaling 19 clearances with five tackles. Waldermar Anton is set to remain at center back alongside Nico Schlotterbeck in his absence.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Madrid Sule (knock) is back in the starting XI for Tuesday's trip to Real Madrid.

Impact Sule was left on the bench during the Champions League final against Madrid last season. This time he gets the chance in the starting XI, lining up alongside Nico Schlotterbeck. Sule is a competent defender, though his minutes have dwindled a bit as Dortmund rotate throughout the backline.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Sule (undisclosed) is on the squad list for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Sule was a game-time decision for Friday's match, so it is no surprise to possibly see him making his return Tuesday. Either way, he hasn't started in his past three appearances on the team sheet, so he will likely only see a spot on the bench if an option.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be available Friday Sule (undisclosed) won't play in Friday's game against St. Pauli.

Impact The towering defender was deemed a game-time call for Friday's match, but in the end, he didn't even make the bench. Sule's next chance to play will come in the UEFA Champions League against Real Madrid on Tuesday.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Friday Sule is questionable for Friday's match against St. Pauli, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "Niklas was out for two days. It will be a race against time."

Impact Sule will be a late call for Friday's match, with a fitness test ahead of game time likely deciding his availability for the match. He has started in five of the club's eight matches this season, so they will hope he is an option. That said, if deemed fit, he could see the start immediately, although he hasn't started in three contests.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Retains depth role Sule opened the season as a starter but has been on the bench for the final three matches before the break.

Impact Sule is the top option on the bench, but when everyone is fit he remains outside the starting XI. The defender is a top center-back and a solid contributor when needed, but he doesn't offer the talent of Nico Schlotterbeck. New signing Waldemar Anton also offers more competition for minutes at center-back.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to 18 starts in 2023/24 Sule made 18 starts across 29 appearances between the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League in the 2023/24 season.

Impact Sule bagged one goal in the season, but he also delivered solid defensive work regardless of who was playing next to him. Sule struggled to gain a stable role at the back, however, and could be considered the third center-back behind Mats Hummels and Nico Schlotterbeck. He missed nine of the team's final 17 games by being an unused sub on the bench.

JUNE 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Sule (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Union berlin.

Impact Sule has missed two matches with an illness, but recovers as expected to start on Saturday. The defender had made five consecutive starts prior to the illness helping Dortmund keep two clean sheets.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to return Sule (illness) is "fit for Saturday" after training with the team Thursday, confirmed manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Sule is set to return to center back after missing the last two matches with an illness. He had started eight his previous 10 games played, recording a goal while also logging in 22 clearances, nine tackles and nine interceptions.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing through illness Sule (illness) is not in the squad to face Hoffenheim on Sunday.

Impact Sule misses out on his second consecutive match as he continues to recover from an illness. The defender had started five straight matches for Dortmund and should return next week against Hoffenheim.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to return for weekend Sule (illness) will "hope that he can be in the squad" for Sunday's match versus Hoffenheim, per manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Sule missed out on the UCL draw to PSV on Tuesday with an illness as he works back to return to the pitch. Prior to this, the defender had started the last five matches in a row, totaling 13 clearances and six interceptions in that span. If Sule is still not fit, then both Mats Hummels and Nico Schlotterbeck will line up in the back line again versus Hoffenheim.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Sule is out for Tuesday's trip to PSV due to illness, Dortmund announced.

Impact Sule traveled for Tuesday's trip but was ruled out at the last minute due to an illness. It's not expected to be a major worry but it does mean Nico Schlotterbeck and Mats Hummels get the start in central defense Tuesday. Sule will hope to return for a Sunday clash with Hoffenheim back in the Bundesliga.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to start Sule (back) is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Bochum.

Impact Sule returns from a back injury which forced him off at halftime last week against Koln. The centerback partners Nico Schlotterbeck in the heart of Dortmund's back four Sunday.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE