ANDREW GUTMAN NEWS

Struggles with injuries Gutman recorded 11 starts in 11 appearances during the 2024 season with Chicago.

Impact Gutman continues to struggle with injuries, appearing in less than 13 games for a second year in a row. He failed to make an impression with Chicago with his several injury woes, collecting a goal with just 21 tackles, 19 clearances and 19 crosses (three accurate. The defender is set to return for a second season, looking to come back after years injury issues.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not on training Friday Gutman (leg) didn't train with the group Friday and might not be able to be an option to face Toronto on Saturday, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Gutman has started in each of his 11 appearances this season, but the lack of availability has been an issue for the left-back. The fact that he was unable to train with the group Friday suggests he's in line to miss a fourth consecutive match this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Gutman was limited to side work at Tuesday's training session, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Gutman missed out on the club's last match and is likely to miss out again Wednesday, as he was only training on the side Tuesday. That said, he will look for a return in the club's next match when facing Montreal on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

First goal contribution of season Gutman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against D.C. United. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Gutman registered the club's only goal of the match Saturday, finding the net in the 54th minute. This was a rare goal for the defender, with this being his first goal and goal contribution of the season, only having one in the last campaign. He was also decent in the defense, notching two tackles won and three clearances.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Active Sunday Gutman (hamstring) was active for Sunday's clash with Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Gutman was back on the pitch and fit for Sunday's clash after overcoming a hamstring injury. The defender has missed a large portion of the season due to a variety of injuries, but the hope will be that he's fit enough to carry on with a large role in Leagues Cup and beyond.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in group training Gutman (hamstring) was spotted in training Friday and might be an option for Chicago's Leagues Cup opener against Sporting KC on Sunday, Joe Chatz of On Tap SportsNet reports.

Impact While it wasn't revealed just how involved Gutman was during the training session, the fact that he trained with the group suggests he might be inching closer toward a potential return. It remains to be seen if he'll be ready to be an option off the bench Sunday, and a return during the current Leagues Cup campaign looks possible.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Gets in work on the side Gutman (hamstring) trained on the side this past week, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Gutman is nearing a return but will still need more time, as despite his return to training, he was only included on the side working individually once again. That said, the defender is still likely to miss at least another two weeks, set for a return around late July.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Starting to train Gutman (hamstring) was spotted training, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.

Impact Gutman has been out for nearly a month now with his issues, but there has been some good news recently, as he was back in training. This brings confidence the defender could be fit soon, although that will depend on his recovery process, as he has been training for about two weeks but is still without a return. Once he is fit, he should gain his starting role back, as he has not missed a start when fit.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves match early Gutman was subbed off due to injury in the 12th minute during Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Orlando City SC with a hamstring injury, per Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.

Impact Gutman injured his other hamstring and could be in line for times on the sidelines, depending on the severity of the injury. He had started all seven matches since returning to the pitch, totaling 16 crosses (two accurate) and 10 clearances. With Allan Arigoni returning from suspension, he will likely get the start at left back if the defender is not fit to play.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Active offensively in draw Gutman recorded five shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Gutman led the visitors in shots, serving as an unexpected attacker from his left wing-back role against D.C. United. Despite having yet to score or assist this season, he has been involved on both halves of the pitch, averaging 1.5 shots, 2.7 crosses, 2.2 tackles and 1.7 clearances per game during his last six league appearances.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Gutman (upper leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake.

Impact Gutman is back on the bench Saturday after missing over two months with the upper leg injury. The defender got the start at left-back to open the season before suffering the injury after just five minutes. Allan Arigoni is in the starting XI in place of Gutman once more for Saturday's clash.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Still in doubt Gutman (upper leg) is expected to be out for Saturday's trip to RBNY, according to manager Frank Klopas.

Impact Gutman is back in training and is working on the ball, but still isn't ready for a return. He's coming back to fitness well and is on target for a return during an April 20 clash with Salt Lake. Chase Gasper has taken the starting role while Gutman is left on the sideline.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Gutman (upper leg) was back to team training Friday, reports MLS writer Alex Calabrese.

Impact Gutman is making his return to team training and is on pace to make his return to the pitch Saturday against New England. He's missed the last three matches with an upper leg injury, playing in just five minutes of the season before going down on injury. Chase Gasper has been taking his spot in the lineup and is set to remain there if Gutman is not fit to play yet.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Gutman (upper leg) is out for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Gutman came off just four minutes into his Chicago debut and now he's set to miss another match. Chase Gasper will likely be the starting option with Gutman on the sideline, and there's no specific timeline for Gutman's return to the pitch.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off on debut Gutman was forced off with an apparent injury four minutes into Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Gutman made it just four minutes into his Chicago debut before he was forced off the pitch. Chase Gasper came in to replace Gutman and could take over the starting role if the injury proves to be a serious one moving forward.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Shipped to Chicago Gutman has been traded to the Chicago Fire from the Rapids in exchange for defender Miguel Navarro.

Impact Gutman is set to join his third team in less than a year after spending half the 2023 campaign with Colorado from Atlanta. With both teams, the defender made 28 starts in 30 appearances, logging in four goals and two assists with 53 clearances, 40 crosses (11 accurate) and 52 tackles (33 won). He is expected to be the starter at left back after Miguel Navarro left for Colorado.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning for next season Gutman exercised his contract for the 2024 season, the team announced.

Impact Gutman joined from Atlanta midseason and was an immediate impact for the team, starting all 12 matches for Colorado. He scored a goal while logging in 26 clearances, 21 tackles (15 won) and 14 interceptions. The defender will return for the 2024 as the number one starter at left back while he enters his sixth season in the MLS.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots Gutman took three off target shots, crossed twice inaccurately and created a chance during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Dallas.

Impact Gutman showed off his attacking prowess from left-back by finishing with the second most shots and chances created on the team. Gutman has one goal across his past four appearances as a locked in starter when fully fit for Colorado.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Austin Gutman (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Austin.

Impact Gutman is in the starting XI after recovering from an ankle injury. The defender is the top choice at left-back whenever fit and passed his late fitness checks to earn another start. Sam Nicholson shifts back into midfield with Gutman fit once more.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Wednesday Gutman (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's match against the Vancouver Whitecaps, per the Burgundy Wave.

Impact Gutman was in a bit of pain after coming off last match with an ankle injury. He is listed as questionable, therefore his injury is not as serious as originally thought. If the defender is not fit to play, then Sam Nicholson could see the start at left back.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off at halftime injured Gutman picked up an ankle injury during Saturday's 3-2 loss over the Portland Timbers, confirms the Burgundy Wave.

Impact Gutman looks to have picked up an ankle injury that confirms to be swollen and is currently listed as day to day. If he is forced to miss Saturday's match, then Sam Nicholson could be a possible option to take the start Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal with Colorado Gutman scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Portland.

Impact Gutman found the back of the net in the 43rd minute scoring Colorado's second goal while matching the team-high with two shots in the contest. The goal was Gutman's first since joining Colorado and his fourth overall on the season.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Debuts with Colorado Gutman recorded three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47th minute.

Impact Gutman made his season debut with the team by starting and playing all 90 minutes at left back. He will continue to play and starting in the lineup for the team after totaling three goals and two assists with 31 tackles (18 won), 27 clearances and 25 crosses (nine won) in 18 appearances with Atlanta this season.

JULY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rapids acquire D Andrew Gutman from Atlanta United The Colorado Rapids acquired defender Andrew Gutman from Atlanta United FC on Wednesday.

JULY 5, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Colorado Rapids acquire defender Andrew Gutman from Atlanta United | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - COL receive: Andrew Gutman - ATL receive: Up to $550k GAM, international roster slot The Colorado Rapids ha...

JULY 5, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM