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Loses starting role Ouwejan made 17 appearances (10 starts) assisting once during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Ouwejan looked to earn a significant role during the early portion of the season before falling out of contention. After the World Cup break Ouwejan made just a single start and went unused frequently. The defender now heads to the 2. Bundesliga where he could be behind Henning Matriacini in the depth chart.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hoffenheim Ouwejan (groin) is in Schalke's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against TSG Hoffenheim.

Impact Ouwejan has been limited to just two appearances off the bench in the Bundesliga since October due to a few different injuries, but he's finally fit enough to plug straight back into the XI at left-back on Sunday.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not fit for Leverkusen clash Ouwejan is not in the match day squad to face Leverkusen on Saturday.

Impact Ouwejan misses out on Saturday's match as he continues to recover from a groin injury. The fullback had the potential to play a role on the bench, so he could return next week against Hoffenheim.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Potential for bench return Ouwejan (groin) is still dealing with a groin injury, but could return to the bench, according to manager Thomas Reis.

Impact Ouwejan is struggling with his groin injury but has been able to train partially and has the chance to return to the first team. The defender has missed four matches in a row with the groin injury, but had an extended international break to try and complete his recover. Henning Matriacini will more likely than not remain in the starting XI even if Ouwejan is fit enough for a return to the first team.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Saturday Ouwejan is not in the match day squad to face Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Ouwejan returned to training in the buildup to the match, but ultimately misses out on Saturday's squad. The fullback will look to make his return from a groin injury following the international break.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Closer to return Ouwejan (groin) has been training with the team ahead of Saturday's match against FC Augsburg, "Ouwejan has returned to training and is pain free. This is a good step in the right...

Impact Ouwejan has been dealing with groin and knee problems since November but is nearing a return to the pitch after participating in training pain free this week. He will probably start on the bench at minimum, with Henning Matriciani in better form.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Ouwejan (groin) trained Tuesday, Andi Ernst of waz.de reports.

Impact Ouwejan made a return to training Tuesday as he continues to recover from a long-term groin injury. The wing-back is unlikely to return before a clash with Dortmund, but could be nearing a return to the first team, where he would likely resume his role in the starting XI.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with groin injury Ouwejan will miss Saturday's clash against Stuttgart with an adductor injury, Schalke manager Thomas Reis announced Thursday.

Impact Ouwejan replaced an injured Jere Uronen (undisclosed) in the first half of last weekend's draw with Union Berlin, but then started feeling adductor issues the next day. He has been ruled out for this weekend's Schalke match. With Tobias Mohr (strain) also dealing with an injury, Reis may have to get creative with his left-back selection.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available in training camp Ouwejan (knee) is part of the Belek training champ, Schalke announced Monday.

Impact Ouwejan was expected to return for the January training camp and is listed on the roster as expected. The midfielder will hope to get to full fitness before a Jan. 21 trip to Eintracht Frankfurt.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return in January Ouwejan (knee) is expected to return in January, according to Schalke.

Impact Ouwejan is on pace to return from injury in January on the other side of the Winter break. With both the World Cup period, and usual Winter break of the Bundesliga, Ouwejan should have plenty of time to return to full fitness before a Jan. 21 trip to Frankfurt.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out until 2023 Ouwejan will miss the final three matches of 2022 against Werder Bremen, Mainz and Bayern Munich due to an MCL injury in his left knee.

Impact Ouwejan's injury is now known to be serious enough he needs multiple weeks to complete his recovery. He started nine times in 10 appearances in the first half of the campaign and Kerim Calhanoglu could take his place as the starting left-back.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Ouwejan suffered an undisclosed injury during FC Schalke 04's 2-0 loss to SC Freiburg on Sunday.

Impact During the game's 34th minute, Kerim Calhanoglu replaced an injured Ouwejan. He will try being healthy before FC Schalke 04 and Werder Bremen play a scheduled matchup on Nov. 5. If unavailable, Tobias Mohr is expected to play in place of Ouwejan.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in 12 during loss Ouwejan had 12 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 3-2 loss against FC Augsburg.

Impact Ouwejan led all players on the pitch in attempted crosses Sunday, but he wasn't particularly efficient with them, connecting on just two of those 12 attempts. Nonetheless, as long as he is putting up this kind of volume on crosses and set pieces, he'll have some peripheral fantasy value during most matches. He was replaced for rest purposes with nine minutes to go and his squad leading by one.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Obtain five clearances Ouwejan recorded five clearances and five crosses during Saturday's 0-0 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Ouwejan was given his third start of the 2022 season tying his career highest. After already reaching his career high in tackles won, interceptions and clearances, Ouwejan is showing his worth on the Schalke squad. With his production on both sides of the field the defender has proved his value to the starting XI.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Ouwejan is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match with Wolfsburg.

Impact Ouwejan is good to go after reports of workload management in the buildup to the match. The defender starts at left back for Schalke's Bundesliga clash with Wolfsburg on Saturday.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Managing load in training Ouwejan has been limited in training due to workload management, manager Frank Kramer told reporters ahead of Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg.

Impact Ouwejan is coming off a high-volume game with three chances created on 14 crosses and five interceptions made, so he may just need to prevent overexertion. If he were to miss any matches, Tobias Mohr could provide similar support on the left flank.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts 14 crosses Ouwejan attempted 14 crosses during a 2-2 draw against Monchengladbach on Saturday.

Impact Ouwejan continues to be a dangerous threat from Schalke's left side. He has an average of 9.5 crosses across his two games played during the 2022-23 Bundesliga. Promisingly, both matchups are an indication that Ouwejan could be incredibly valuable to fantasy managers down the line.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in team debut Ouwejan had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing five times (two accurate) and making four tackles during Sunday's 3-1 loss to Koln.

Impact Ouwejan set up Marius Bulter in the 76th minute assisting Schalke's lone goal. The assist came from the fullback's lone chance created in the match while he led Schalke in both crosses and tackles in the loss.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Schalke 04 Ouwejan has officially joined Schalke 04 on a season-long loan after Udinese did not pick up the option to acquire him from AZ Alkmaar.

Impact Ouwejan did not manage to become a regular in his lone season in Serie A, however he was still productive in his limited playing time. He posted two assists, 10 chances created and 49 crosses in 15 appearances (three starts). He will look to find more minutes at his next club.

JUNE 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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