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Returns to training Werner (groin) returned to training Tuesday ahead of Wednesday's match against Young Boys.

Impact Werner is finally back in training after a six-match absence due to an adductor issue. The forward could make the team sheet for the club's final UCL group stage match against Young Boys, but that may be too soon, and a return on Saturday against Hoffenheim may be a better option. He will most likely be on the bench in his return, as he only started twice before going down with the knock.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Werner (groin) remains out for Saturday's trip to Dortmund, according to Philipp Hinze of Sky Sports.

Impact Werner is still sidelined as the groin injury continues to cause him troubles. The striker will hope to make his return before the winter break but the nature of the muscular injury could put Werner in doubt for a significant period of time.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • GOAL.COM

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • GOAL.COM

Ruled out through injury Werner picked up a muscle injury to his groin and will not be an option for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Werner has not had the best first three months to the season, having only made two starts in 11 matches played. He has been downgraded to just a bench role, with Lois Openda and Benjamin Sesko the top favorite forwards this campaign.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts on bench Werner (infection) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Werner is back after missing the last match with an infection. He is expected to remain a bench option after losing his starting role this season.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Werner (infection) was back in full training Friday ahead of Sunday's match versus SC Freiburg, according to manager Marco Rose. "Timo Werner was fully involved in team training ag...

Impact Werner could make his return Sunday after missing the last match with an infection. He has dropped out of contention to be a starter this season, with both Lois Openda and Benjamin Sesko the favorites to start at forward. Even if he is fit for Sunday, Werner will likely start off the bench, at minimum, for the team.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Werner (infection) is out for Tuesday's clash with Red Star, Leipzig announced.

Impact Werner is out for Tuesday's match due to an illness. The striker missing out likely will push Emil Forsberg or Benjamin Sesko into the starting XI once more. Werner's first chance to return will be a Sunday clash with Freiburg.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets from spot Werner scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 6-0 win versus 1. FC Koln. He was subbed off due to injury in the 63rd minute.

Impact Werner scored a penalty in the first half and came off injured in the second half. It's not clear how serious the injury might be but it is a concern for the attacking midfielder. If he misses any sort of time that could point towards more minutes for Benjamin Sesko or Emil Forsberg. Werner's first chance to return is a Saturday trip to Mainz.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Werner (back) will be an option for Wednesday's match against Manchester City after training with the team this week.

Impact Werner could make his return to play on Wednesday after missing last match with a back issue. The team reported he "cured his back pain and trained with the team again," hinting towards a return to the squad for the match against City. If he does return, he will most likely only be an option off the bench, as he only appeared once as a starter, even before his injury.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

To miss Saturday's match Werner (back) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Werner has downgraded to the bench since the addition of Lois Openda from Lens, making just one start in five appearances while also scoring a goal already this season. His competition will be against Benjamin Sesko and Yussuf Poulsen on who will continue to get the consistent start as the second striker for the team.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Werner scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Monchengladbach.

Impact Werner has been downgraded to a bench role to open the season up, with Dani Olmo and Benjamin Sesko the preferred options in the attack. However, he did get his first goal of the season to seal the win for the team.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season as starter Werner registered one shot (one on target) in Saturday's 4-2 victory against Schalke.

Impact Werner was able to return for the last match of the season after missing the last game with an illness. Since returning to the club, the forward has scored 11 goals with four assists in 35 appearances in all competitions. However, this is far lower from his total back in 2019 with Leipzig after scoring 28 goals, second most that season. He will look to produce more goals for the 2023/24 campaign now that Christopher Nkunku is expected to leave the club this summer.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Schalke 04 Werner (illness) is getting the nod for Saturday's match versus Schalke 04.

Impact Werner is ready to roll after skipping the previous game due to an illness. He has scored twice, provided an assist and tallied 13 shots (four on target) and 11 chances created in the last five games.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for finale Werner (illness) will be available for Saturday's match versus FC Schalke 04

Impact Werner recovered from his illness and will be available to play. He is expected to start after making 10 straight starts at forward, totaling three goals and one assist in that span.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Did not play Saturday with illness Werner was not available during Sunday's 3-1 win over Bayern Munich with an illness.

Impact It was the first match that Werner has missed since Nov 12, keeping himself healthy for most of the season. As long as he recovers in time, the forward could start the last game of the season against Schalke on Saturday. He's generated four goals and two assists on 29 shots (11 on target) in the last 12 contests.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots off target Werner had two shots off target and created one chance in Saturday's 1-0 win against Freiburg.

Impact Werner came close to breaking the deadlock when he found himself through on goal, but saw his shot bounce back off the foot of the post. His next goal will take him to double figures for the season, something he has not managed since hitting 28 in the 2019/20 campaign.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses in win Werner had three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact Werner was busy during Saturday's win, and even though he was held off the scoresheet he still found plenty of volume. The forward created a team-high four chances and also pitched in with three shots. The finishing from Werner has disappointed recently, but his volume has remained consistent and with Christopher Nkunku fit once more the Leipzig offense should have the chance to take a step forward.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two goals and an assist Werner scored twice from two shots and picked up an assist in Saturday's 3-2 win over Augsburg.

Impact Werner was without a goal or an assist in his previous four games (in all competitions), but was deadly in the final third to help his team get the three points. His second goal was his 100th in the Bundesliga and he is one of the 10 youngest players to reach that milestone.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig wins 2-0, knocks Borussia Dortmund out of German Cup

Defending champion Leipzig has knocked Borussia Dortmund out of the German Cup with a 2-0 win in their quarterfinal

APRIL 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Attempts four shots Werner registered four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Mainz.

Impact Werner and Dominik Szoboszlai attempted the most shots during RB Leipzig's surprising loss during the team's first game of April. He will try to get back on the scoresheet next Saturday at Hertha BSC Berlin.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot against Man City Werner took a shot and created a chance in Tuesday's 7-0 Champions League defeat against Manchester City. He also made two clearances in the match.

Impact Werner ends his first UCL campaign back in Leipzig with two goals and one assist in eight appearances (seven starts) either up front or on the left wing following Tuesday's blowout loss to City.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring Saturday Werner scored a goal while taking four shots (three on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 3-0 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.

Impact Werner found the back of the net in the 58th minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the seventh in 18 appearances for the forward, the second most on the team through Saturday's match.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in win Werner scored one goal from two shots and assisted another from one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Frankfurt.

Impact Werner was the man of the match for his side, scoring the opener in the sixth minute. Later in the first half, he assisted Emil Forsberg in the 40th to double their lead. The forward now has eight goals and three assists in the season.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal since injury Werner scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating a chance during Tuesday's match against Schalke.

Impact Werner found the back of the net in first half stoppage time scoring Leipzig's third goal of the match. The goal was the fifth of the season for the forward, his second most on the team in his 11 appearances.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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