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Recovering in England Kalajdzic (knee) returned to England for surgery and has concluded his loan, Wolves announced.

Impact Kalajdzic is back in England after tearing his ACL while on loan to Eintracht Frankfurt. The forward will unfortunately be set for another long period on the sideline, his second ACL surgery since joining Wolves. It's an awful turn for Kalajdzic, who will likely miss the opening weeks of the 2024/25 season.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Serious injury confirmed Kalajdzic tore both his ACL and LCL and will be sidelined indefinitely, the club announced Monday.

Impact At this point, Kalajdzic could be in danger of missing the start of the 2024/25 campaign considering he will need surgery to repair the damage in his right knee. Even on the short end of 6-9 month recovery time, the forward figures to miss some time to open the upcoming campaign. After struggling to break into the starting XI with Wolverhampton, Kalajdzic was a mainstay on the pitch for Eintracht, featuring in all five contests in which he generated one assist, two shots (one on target) and three chances created.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with knee injury Kalajdzic was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match against Freiburg with a knee injury.

Impact Kalajdzic left the match in the 11th minute after picking up a non-contact injury to his knee. The forward was replaced by Ansgar Knauff.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in draw Kalajdzic scored and assisted during Thursday's two-all draw with USG.

Impact Kalajdzic got back in the starting XI after missing the last match due to the birth of his child. The striker was in fine form on his return and should continue to see chances in the starting XI moving forward. New signing Hugo Ekitike could see some occasional rotation into the starting XI, though not with Kalajdzic in this sort of form.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

In squad list for UEL Kalajdzic (not injury related) is an option for Thursday's UEL match against Union SG after making the squad list.

Impact Kalajdzic was left out of the club's past match against Bochum this past Saturday due to the birth of his child but appears to be back with the team after making the squad list for Thursday's UEL Knockout Round Playoffs contest. This should leave the forward available for the club's next game in League play against Freiburg on Sunday. He will hope to reclaim his starting spot if playing Sunday, as he started in the club's previous three matches before surrendering his role to Omar Marmoush in their last contest.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to birth of child Kalajdzic (not injury related) is not in Saturday's squad to face Bochum due to the birth of his child.

Impact Kalajdzic is with his family for the monumental occasion with Omar Marmoush taking his spot in the starting XI. The forward is likely to return next week against Freiburg.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in win over Mainz Kalajdzic crossed once accurately during Friday's 1-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Kalajdzic drew the start after limping off a week ago with a foot injury against Darmstadt. The forward has started all three Bundesliga matches since joining the club from Wolfsburg, providing one assist but taking just one shot.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Off late with foot injury Kalajdzic was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Darmstadt with a foot injury.

Impact Kalajdzic was forced off in the 89th minute succumbing to the injury and being replaced by Jessic Ngankam. The forward has started in both matches following the winter break after joining Frankfurt on loan from Wolves.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Returned Saturday Kalajdzic started and played 62 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Kalajdzic returned to action Saturday after dealing with a minor foot injury. It was also his first start since joining the club on loan from the Wolves. He is expected to get more minutes on the pitch with Frankfurt after only starting once in 11 appearances with the Wolves.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with foot injury Kalajdzic was limited in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Darmstadt due to a bruised foot.

Impact Kalajdzic's absence was deemed precautionary, so it may not impact his availability Saturday, though fantasy players will want to monitor the situation. In his debut for the club, the forward went 62 minutes versus RB Leipzig on Saturday, logging one chance created and one clearance. Perhaps most importantly, Kalajdzic got the start in that match, equaling his total number of starts in 11 outings with Wolverhampton.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Frankfurt on loan Kalajdzic will join Frankfurt for the remainder of the 2023/24 season on loan from the Wolves.

Impact Kalajdzic only made one start for the Wolves in 11 appearances during his second campaign with the team. He was able to score two goals in less than 160 minutes of play, logging in only four shots (two on target) in that span. The forward will work his was for more playing in the Bundesliga, especially with Omar Marmoush out with the Egyptian national team for the AFCON Cup.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sasa Kalajdzic slots home Wolves' winner against Bournemouth | Premier League

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Kalajdzic scores late as Wolves win 2-1 at Bournemouth with coach Gary O'Neil back at former club

Sasa Kalajdzic scored a late winner as Wolverhampton fought back to win 2-1 at 10-man Bournemouth on coach Gary O’Neil’s first trip back to his former side

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Snatches late winner over Cherries Kalajdzic scored with his only shot-on-target in Saturday's 2-1 win over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Kalajdzic came on from the bench after 82 to replace Matheus Cunha and immediately made a huge impact. The Austrian striker capitalized on an error from Cherries keeper, Neto, to net the match winning goal. From five appearances (no starts), he has managed to score twice from substitution appearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sasa Kalajdzic's rebirth: One debut, one serious injury, one long recovery - and one dream winner Knee surgery a week into his Wolves career was a cruel blow but, after a year-long layoff, Kalajdzic has emerged victorious

AUGUST 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores winner against Everton Kalajdzic scored a goal off his lone shot after coming off the bench during Saturday's 1-0 win over Everton.

Impact Kalajdzic was the hero for his side as he scored a late winner with his first touch after coming off the bench, flicking in a header from Pedro Neto's cross in the 87th minute. It was his first goal for Wolves and his first in the Premier League. The forward will hope this helps him to get more playing time during upcoming matches.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sasa Kalajdzic heads Wolves in front of Everton | Premier League

AUGUST 26, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Active in friendly Kalajdzic (knee) played 60 minutes during Wednesday's scoreless friendly draw with Luton Town.

Impact Kalajdzic made his full return to first team action in the friendly and is set to be fully fit for the Premier League opening day. The forward has been out long-term with an ACL injury, making just a single appearances after joining Wolverhampton at the 2022 transfer deadline. Kalajdzic should now have the chance in 2023-24 to see if he can fully establish himself in the starting XI.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in training matches Kalajdzic (knee) participated in two 60-minute training ground matches with Blackpool on Wednesday.

Impact Kalajdzic -- who has been sidelined since Sept. 3 versus Southampton -- looks poised to be ready for the start of the Premier League season. If he can go in Tuesday's preseason friendly against Porto, it should clear the way for Kalajdzic to be in contention for the starting XI versus Manchester United on Aug. 14.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training, still without timeframe Kalajdzic (ACL) is back in training and hopeful to appear in pre-season matches for Wolverhampton, though he doesn't have a set timeline to return to the pitch.

Impact Kalajdzic tore his ACL last September in his first Wolverhampton appearances, so it's been a tough road for him since moving from Stuttgart. If all goes well, he'll return to fitness in the pre-season and be an option from the start of the campaign. Once ready, he figures to compete for starts up front, as Diego Costa is no longer there to siphon minutes from younger players.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely done for season Kalajdzic -- who underwent ACL surgery on Sept. 6 -- is expected to be sidelined for nine months, according to the team's release Friday which would see him miss the remainder of t...

Impact After securing a transfer to Wolverhampton at the deadline, Kalajdzic will see his campaign end after having logged just one match for his new club in which he was forced off at halftime. Barring any setbacks, the forward should be in contention for regular appearances in the starting XI next season and could fly under the radar given his extended layoff.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Costa set for Wolves trial after Sasa Kalajdzic picks up long-term injury If Diego Costa impresses, Wolves are expected to move quickly to sign the former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid forward following the ACL injur...

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022 • SKY.COM

Kalajdzic sustains ACL injury on debut for Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton says Austria striker Sasa Kalajdzic sustained an anterior cruciate ligament injury on his debut and is set for a long spell out

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Three shots, one on goal Kalajdzic logged three shots (one on goal) during a 1-0 loss to SC Freiburg on Saturday.

Impact Kaladjzic logged VfB Stuttgart's best shot tally. Though the striker did not score a goal, his latest shot log was better than his previous two (totaling two shots, none on goal). Kaladjzic will try to end his scoreless streak during VfB Stuttgart's next game, currently scheduled Aug. 28 at Koln.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists on Saturday Kalajdzic had two assists from two chances created while taking an off target shot during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Kalajdzic set up goals in the 38th and 77th minute to assist both Stuttgart goals on the day. The assists upped the forward's season total to three while his two chances created were the second highest total on the team in the draw.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Kalajdzic scores late as Wolves win 2-1 at Bournemouth with coach Gary O'Neil back at former club

Kalajdzic sustains ACL injury on debut for Wolverhampton