VfL Wolfsburg Team News - Soccer

Sael Kumbedi - Purchase option met Kumbedi has completed a permanent transfer to Wolfsburg from Lyon, according to his club.

Impact Kumbedi is making his move to Wolfsburg permanent, as the defender has had his purchase option met after a loan with the team. He has started in eight of nine appearances this season while bagging four assists, recently taking over starting time at right-back. He will hope to remain in this role, although once Joakim Maehle returns from injury, he could lose time.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jenson Seelt - Nets own goal Seelt had an own goal, three tackles (two won) and six clearances in Saturday's 4-3 defeat to SC Freiburg.

Impact Seelt unfortunately turned the ball into his own net in the 71st minute. He recorded six clearances and three tackles, but also gave away a penalty, which was converted by Vincenzo Grifo in the 56th minute. Seelt has registered 44 clearances, seven tackles and three interceptions across the last four games following a poor performance against Leverkusen.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jan Burger - Subbed in on Saturday Burger recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-3 loss against SC Freiburg.

Impact Burger replaced Sael Kumbedi in the 88th minute, recorded just one pass and also made a block. Burger has featured in three games this campaign, all as a substitute.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Wimmer - Assists twice on Saturday Wimmer assisted twice to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-3 loss versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Wimmer set up Dzenan Pejcinovic in the 13th minute and then again in the 69th minute. Wimmer also won four duels and made three tackles. He has been in excellent form lately, contributing to five goals across the last three games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dzenan Pejcinovic - Scores hat-trick in loss Pejcinovic scored three goals to go with five shots (four on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-3 loss against SC Freiburg.

Impact Pejcinovic equalized in the 13th minute and then netted again in the 49th and the 69th minute. Unfortunately, his hat trick ended in defeat. Pejcinovic won six duels and also made a clearance. This was his fifth start in 15 appearances and his first goal of the campaign.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kamil Grabara - Lets in four Grabara recorded four saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-3 defeat against SC Freiburg.

Impact Grabara recorded 35 passes and also made a clearance. He has now registered 14 saves and 10 clearances across the last four games, whilst conceding 10 times. Next, he takes on the table toppers Bayern Munich.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jesper Lindstrom - Option off bench Saturday Lindstrom (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Freiburg.

Impact Lindstrom has been training this week and is expected to be available as a substitute option against Freiburg on Saturday. After only playing once all season due to injury, his return provides a timely boost to the attacking depth. That said, he is likely to be eased back into action from the bench as he continues testing his legs in a competitive setting.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Jenz - Makes bench Saturday Jenz (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Freiburg.

Impact Jenz needed another week to return last outing, and while he has been able to train this week, he may still fall just short of being ready to start. The defender is available after missing four consecutive matches, though his minutes could be managed in coming fixtures. Having started all eight of his appearances this season, he could push for a return to the XI in the coming games.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adam Daghim - Returns to bench Daghim (back) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Freiburg.

Impact Daghim is returning to the match squad after missing three matches with an injury. However, the forward is returning via the bench rather than starting, as the club eases him back into action. He had started the four matches prior to the injury, so a return to a starting role could follow once he regains full match fitness.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jesper Lindstrom - Appears to be option Lindstrom (groin) is an option for Saturday's match against Freiburg after training this week, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Jesper also had a good training week - he's blos...

Impact Lindstrom has been training this week and appears to be in for his return, an option to face Freiburg on Saturday. After only playing once all season due to injury, this is massive news for the attacker. That said, if he is an option, the attacker will likely enter a bench spot, needing time to test his legs.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Jenz - Trains, should be option Jenz (thigh) is back in team training and appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Freiburg, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Moritz has trained completely with the...

Impact Jenz needed another week to return last outing, and that appears to be the case, with the defender training this week. The hope will be that this ends his four-game absence, fit to return to his starting role. He has started in all eight of his appearances and will look to see that spot immediately.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kamil Grabara - Only beaten by own goal Grabara allowed a goal while making four saves during Saturday's 3-1 win over Gladbach.

Impact Grabara allowed an own goal in the first half, but was backed with three goals as Wolfsburg claimed all three points. The keeper has allowed a goal in each of his last three starts while combining for 10 saves over that stretch.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Wimmer - Nets brace Saturday Wimmer scored two goals while taking three shots (all on goal) and making three tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Gladbach.

Impact Wimmer found the back of the net in the 4th and 34th minutes while leading Wolfsburg in shots and tackles. The attacker has three goals to go along with six shots and six tackles over his last three league appearances.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Eriksen - Assists in two straight Eriksen had an assist while crossing three times inaccurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 3-1 win over Gladbach.

Impact Eriksen set up Patrick Wimmer in the 34th minute assisting Wolfsburg's third goal while leading his side in crosses and chances created. The midfielder has assists in two straight matches and has combined for two shots and six chances created in his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Lovro Majer - Sets up early goal Majer had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Gladbach.

Impact Majer set up Patrick Wimmer after just four minutes to assist the opening goal of the match. The midfielder has two goal involvements to go along with three shots, three chances created and five tackles over his last three starts.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Marius Muller - Claims back bench role Muller (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Muller has recovered from his concussion and is reclaiming his spot on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach. The goalkeeper remains the club's backup option and is unlikely to see minutes barring unforeseen circumstances. His return allows Pavao Pervan to shift back to a deeper reserve role moving forward.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Kilian Fischer - Returns to bench Fischer (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Fischer was training last week, which allowed him to return to the squad Saturday and be deemed fit to face Gladbach. This marks his first involvement since October following a month-long absence, though he is returning to a bench role on Saturday. He has typically started whenever available at right-back, but this setup suggests a cautious reintegration.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Souza - Option off bench Saturday Vinicius (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Vinicius is back in the squad after missing the last match through injury and has been cleared to return following a week of recovery. While he had been a regular starter prior to the setback, the club could opt for a cautious approach by easing him back as a substitute.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Kilian Fischer - Set for return Fischer (ankle) is an option for Saturday's match against Gladbach, according to manager Daniel Bauer.

Impact Fischer was training last week, and that has led to his return Saturday, with the defender deemed fit to face Gladbach. This comes after an absence dating back to October, ending a month-long absence. He has yet to miss a start at right-back when an option, as pot he will look to be placed in Saturday.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Jenz - Still needs another week Jenz (thigh) is still struggling with his injury and is hopeful to be an option against Freiburg on Dec. 20, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Moritz has been struggling with hea...

Impact Jenz was progressing through training but had hit a small roadblock this week, unable to return from his thigh injury. He has suffered another setback and will need at least another week, still not ruled out for the Freiburg match ahead of the winter break. He is a starter when fit, likely to immediately return to that spot once fit.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Souza - Option for Saturday Vinicius (groin) is an option for Saturday's match against Gladbach, according to manager Daniel Bauer.

Impact Vinicius missed the last match with an injury but is back in the fold after a week, with the midfielder deemed fit ahead of their contest. This is solid news for the club, as he had started in every match until the two leading up to his injury, potentially ready to reclaim the starting role after his injury. He still has yet to earn a goal contribution and will hope to change that, with Yannick Gerhardt as a potential replacement if left on the bench or is out.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Andreas Skov Olsen - Out with muscle injury Skov Olsen is out for Saturday's match against Gladbach, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Unfortunately, Andreas will be out, as he had a slight muscular reaction this week."

Impact Skov Olsen is hitting the sidelines for the club's upcoming match and likely into the winter break, as the attacker is dealing with a muscular injury. Luckily for the club, this is a minor absence, as he has gone unused in their past three games. He hasn't earned a start since September, likely to return to a bench spot once fit.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Daghim - Possibility to face Freiburg Daghim (back) is progressing through training and eyeing a potential return against Freiburg on Dec. 20, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Adam Daghim is making progress step by...

Impact Daghim is working through his recovery this week after a third game missed, set to miss another match as he struggles with injury. However, the forward is nearing a return, potentially an option to face Freiburg in their last match before the winter break. He started in the four matches before the injury, so this is good news for the club, hoping to see that role upon his return.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sael Kumbedi - Creative run continues Kumbedi had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 3-1 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Kumbedi set up Mohammed Amoura in the 30th minute assisting Wolfsburg's second goal. It's been a great creative run of form for Kumbedi as he's combined for four assists from five chances created while crossing 10 times over his last five Bundesliga appearances.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Kamil Grabara - Saves penalty in win Grabara allowed a goal while making five saves during Saturday's 3-1 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Grabara was only beaten by an own goal as he stopped a penalty in the 91st minute during the victory. The keeper has allowed five goals while combining for six saves over his last three starts as Wolfsburg head to Gladbach next weekend.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

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