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Suspension served Vinicius has served his one-match suspension and is available for Monday's second leg against Paderborn.

Impact Vinicius had been forced to sit out Thursday's first leg after picking up his fifth yellow card during the St. Pauli fixture, with Wolfsburg managing without one of their key midfield contributors for such a high-stakes relegation playoff opener. His return for the second leg is a timely boost for the Wolves as they look to secure their Bundesliga survival in what promises to be a decisive fixture.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Thursday's first leg Vinicius (suspension) is ruled out for Thursday's relegation first leg playoff opener.

Impact Vinicius picked up his fifth yellow card of the season during Wolfsburg's match against St. Pauli, triggering an automatic one-match ban that will sideline him for the first leg of the relegation playoff first leg Thursday. The midfielder's absence is a significant blow for the Wolves heading into such a high-stakes fixture, with their opponent yet to be determined as Elversberg, Hannover 96 and Paderborn are still battling for both direct promotion and the playoff spot heading into the final round of matches.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Plays during friendly Vinicius (illness) played 45 minutes in Wednesday's friendly against SV Meppen.

Impact Vinicius was able to resume play Wednesday as the club took the field for a friendly, playing the full second half. This is solid news for the club after he started in their last two games, starting in 12 of his 14 appearances this season, but has yet to earn a goal contribution this campaign.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Dortmund Vinicius (illness) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.

Impact Vinicius is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Dortmund due to an illness that has affected multiple players in the squad. His absence is notable after he had started the club's previous two matches. Christian Eriksen is likely going to feature in a deeper role in the midfield until he returns.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt illness Vinicius is doubtful for Saturday's match against Dortmund due to illness, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Souza trained individually and is doubtful for the game."

Impact Vincius will head into Saturday with some issues, as the midfielder is affected by an illness that some other teammates have been dealt. Unfortunately for the club, he has started in their past two games, so this is something to monitor. If he were to miss out, Mattias Svanberg is a possible replacement, likely to have a fitness test ahead of the game to decide his availability.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Vinicius (groin) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin.

Impact Vinicius is ruled out Saturday after heading into the weekend with a groin injury that has been limiting him. The midfielder had worked his way into a regular starting role earlier in the campaign, though he had appeared only on the bench in his past two outings. That said, Yannick Gerhardt is expected to continue in his spot while Vinicius focuses on recovering and pushing for playing time once he is fit again.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin injury Vinicius is questionable for Saturday's match against Union Berlin due to a groin injury, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Vini's participation is currently questionable."

Impact Vinicius is heading into the weekend with some injuries, as the midfielder was dealt a groin injury. This is a rough development for the club after he has become a regular starter, although he has only been on the bench in his past two outings. That said, Yannick Gerhardt is likely to continue in his spot if Vinicius misses out, although he will hope to push for starting time once fit.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sheffield United opinion: Vinicius Souza leaves with head held high BBC Radio Sheffield's Adam Oxley charts the redemption story of Vinicius Souza after the Brazilian's exit from Sheffield United.

JULY 5, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Vinicius Souza: Sheffield United midfielder leaves for Wolfsburg Sheffield United midfielder Vinicius Souza leaves the club for Bundesliga side Wolfsburg on a permanent basis for an undisclosed fee.

JULY 5, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Completes Wolfsburg switch Vinicius has completed a permanent transfer from Sheffield United to Wolfsburg, his new club announced Saturday.

Impact Vinicius was a regular for Sheffield United in each of the last two seasons, accumulating 64 total starts between the Premier League and the Championship across the 2023/24 and 2024/25 seasons. A hard-nosed player with excellent technical ability, he should be able to see consistent minutes in Wolfsburg's midfield. However, his fantasy upside shouldn't be very high due to the defensive-minded nature of his role.

JULY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mainstay in midfield Vinicius scored one goal and kept one clean sheet in 36 appearances (29 starts) this past season.

Impact Vinicius had a solid first season with Sheffield United, highlighted by his lone goal at Luton Town on Feb. 10. Despite his team's historically poor defense, he put up decent numbers, recording 125 tackles, 32 interceptions, 75 clearances and 17 blocked shots. Heading into next season, the 24-year-old is set to be a crucial part of the club's midfield with eyes set on promotion back into the Premier League.

JUNE 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first season goal Vinicius scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and made six tackles (four won), seven clearances and one block during Saturday's 3-1 win over Luton Town.

Impact Vinicius was amazing defensively as he always is but this time he also had decisive contribution on the attacking end as he generate the penalty that led to his side's second goal and then sealed the 3-1 win in the 73rd minute with a powerful right-footed shot. This was the first goal of the season for the midfielder, who also racked up 23 tackles, 13 clearances and six interceptions over his last three starts.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven tackles versus Villa Vinicius made seven tackles (three won), two interceptions and one block during Saturday's 5-0 loss against Aston Villa.

Impact Vinicius had another display of tenacity and ball-winning skills, leading all players in tackles as he usually does, but that wasn't enough to prevent the opposition from scoring at will, especially during the first half. The midfielder has been playing great in his first career EPL campaign, but he took it to another level over the last two matches, with 17 tackles, 11 tackles won, six clearances and six interceptions.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Bournemouth clash Vinicius (undisclosed) is in the starting XI to face Bournemouth on Saturday.

Impact Vinicius returns from a knock which forced him off early in Sheffield United's last match before the break. The midfielder has started all but one match this season making 38 tackles, 13 interceptions and 24 clearrances.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Vinicius (undisclosed) was pictured in training Thursday ahead of Saturday's match against Bournemouth.

Impact Vinicius was forced off in the 52nd minute before the break and it appears it was only a minor issue. Of note, the Blades seemed to play better and more attacking without him on the pitch, so it's a wonder if that 90-minute starting spot is still guaranteed. Either way, while he has been a regular since joining the club, he's held no attacking value with most of his fantasy-relevant stats stemming from tackles and clearances.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with knock Vinicius was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Brighton with an injury.

Impact Vinicius subbed off in the 52nd minute after picking up a knock in the first half he couldn't shake off. The midfielder was replaced by Ben Osborn.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injury troubles linger Vinicius (undisclosed) was subbed off due to injury in the 58th minute of Friday's 2-1 loss to Nottingham Forest. He recorded two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and...

Impact After playing just 10 minutes in the last match before being subbed off due to an undisclosed injury, Vinicius started the match versus Nottingham Forest and played 58 minutes before being subbed off again due to injury. He managed two shots, including one on target, completed 29 passes and created one chance, won three tackles and nabbed two interceptions in his time on the pitch.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Vinicius was forced off with an undisclosed injury during Friday's clash with Nottingham Forest.

Impact Vinicius was making his first start since joining Sheffield United and now will have to hope his injury isn't overly serious. Chris Basham came on for Vinicius and could see a larger role if Vinicius is ruled out for any period of time. Vinicius will have more than a week to recover before an Aug. 27 clash with Manchester City.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Sheffield United Vinicius has completed a move to Sheffield United, signing a four-year deal from Lommen SK.

Impact Vinicius heads to the Premier League after seeing regular time for Espanyol last season, appearing in 34 matches in a campaign in which his team was relegated. The hope is that he can take the spot of Sander Berge in the midfield after he moved to Burnley. Despite having minimal time at the highest level, Vinicius could find a consistent role for the Blades given the lack of depth.

AUGUST 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Souza scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Souza has been benched since late-April. While the benching has not come to benefit Espanyol much, it did Wednesday. Souza scored the team's third goal en route to a meaningful draw.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Benching boosts output Souza assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Betis.

Impact Espanyol previously hosted Athletic Club on April 8, but Souza served as a substitute. Possibly having been rejuvenated post-benching, he took advantage of his latest starting opportunity to log his first assist as a La Liga midfielder.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Souza is eligible to face Real Sociedad next week after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Souza missed Saturday's draw with Osasuna due to a yellow card suspension, but he should return to the XI in midfield for the Sociedad game next weekend as he's started every single La Liga game this season for which he was not suspended.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Banned yet again Souza is set to serve a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Souza will miss a second match due to suspension, this comes just three matches after he was suspended due to a red card. The defensive midfielder isn't shy about ending up in the referee's book, and will now be sidelined. Souza is set to return for a Feb. 13 match against Sociedad.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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