RIDLE BAKU NEWS

Plays 25 minutes off bench Baku registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Baku did not miss any time after an undisclosed injury that forced him off at Leverkusen in Wolfsburg's previous game. The midfielder logged his first appearance off bench after four starts in a row. He logged one shot and now has six in the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Baku (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart.

Impact Baku returned to the bench after missing out in training. The midfielder wasn't deemed fit enough for the start, likely prompting the change in formation. Baku's time with Wolfsburg has continued to be tumultuous, but he should be a contributor when fit.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Left out of training Baku was forced off against Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday and will be questionable for Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact It sounds like Baku is expected to return Saturday after picking up a slight injury against Bayer Leverkusen. He had started all four games at right midfield, scoring once with five shots (two on target), 13 crosses (three accurate) and four interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in loss Baku scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Baku found the back of the net during Saturday's loss, a surprising goal for the defender. Though he has been pushed into midfield and even the attack in recent matches. He was linked with a move away from the club but remained through the transfer window and now seems set for a solid role surprisingly high up the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

No attacking output Baku made two interceptions, a tackle and two clearances during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Stuttgart.

Impact Baku was a part of the Wolfsburg back line that conceded three second half goals Saturday, leading the club with two interceptions in the match. Baku has started two straight matches for Wolfsburg, but has yet to flash major attacking upside from fullback this season.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in win Baku generated one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Baku got the start as Rogerio was left on the sideline and made the most of it, getting forward throughout the match and putting together some strong volume. Baku has seen his role dwindle as Rogerio and Joakim Maehle impress, but Baku showed his own attacking chops Saturday. Baku could end up back on the bench despite the impressive showing Saturday.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another excellent season Baku scored five times and assisted three times during 33 appearances (29 starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Baku produced eight goal contributions for a second consecutive season, once more playing a major role. The defender is a nailed-on starter on the flank and even saw an occasional role on the wing. Baku heads into the 2023/24 season atop the depth chart, though rumors have linked him to some of the top clubs in Germany.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Crosses twice in loss Baku crossed twice inaccurately and created a chance during Friday's 2-0 loss to Freiburg.

Impact Baku was held off the scoresheet from his wingback role as Wolfsburg were shutout on Friday. Baku has provided two assists in his past four matches while crossing eight times and creating four chances in that same timespan.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist Baku registered an assist and attempted three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Baku made decisive defensive interventions to go with his assist, winning two tackles, making three clearances and one interception. He has two assists in his last three games and three assists in total to go with his five goals.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off at halftime Baku was brought off after 45 minutes during Sunday's 6-0 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Baku wasn't dealing with any injury but was at fault for two goals in the first half and was brought off. It's been a mixed season for the defender, but he has still found consistent playing time of late, back in his more natural defensive role.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of three goals Baku had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing twice (one accurate) during Sunday's 3-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Baku set up Jonas Wind in the 28th minute assisting the final goal of the match. The assist was the second in 29 appearances for the wing-back to go along with five goals.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Leverkusen Baku served a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation and is eligible to return for Sunday's clash with Leverkusen.

Impact Baku picked up a fifth yellow card during a 2-2 draw with Augsburg and is now eligible for the first team once again. Baku has seen starts all over the pitch of late, at right-back, right wing-back and even joining the attack occasionally. It remains to be seen what Baku's long-term role will be, though his most comfort is certainly on the right side of a back-four.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will serve one-match suspension Baku had two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus FC Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact Baku was given his fifth yellow card of the season and will serve a one-match ban against Borussia Monchengladbach on April 9. It will be his first game he will miss this season, starting in 23 contests in 26 appearances. In that span, he has totaled five goals and one one assists with 42 clearances. Kevin Paredes will start at right back in his place.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling for role Baku was a substitute in the final two matches before the international break.

Impact Baku opened the season as the top option at right-back, but has struggled for a consistent role. Before being dropped to the bench Baku had been tried at right wing and on the right side of the midfield. On the whole it's been a strong season for Baku, with five goals and one assist in 25 appearances, though his upside is limited while he remains on the bench.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Wolfsburg to clean sheet Baku crossed twice inaccurately, blocked a shot, made an interception and a clearance during Friday's 0-0 draw with Schalke.

Impact Baku helped Wolfsburg keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back four on Friday. The fullback has helped his club keep six clean sheets during his 20 appearances while leading the club with five goals.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in four crosses Baku crossed four times and created a chance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Baku was held off the scoresheet as Wolfsburg found just one goal during Saturday's loss. The right back has six goal involvements in 18 appearances while helping Wolfsburg keep five clean sheets during his time on the pitch.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in huge win Tuesday Baku scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Tuesday's 5-0 win versus Hertha Berlin.

Impact Baku scored Wolfsburg's fourth goal with a beautiful finish in the second half, and the right-back had another impressive outing on both sides of the ball Tuesday. Baku has been spectacular of late, and he has five goals over his last six matches despite playing on the right side of the defense. He also has racked up 11 shots (six on target), three chances, 11 crosses, 12 clearances, eight tackles and four interceptions in that span.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Baku scored one goal on one shot on target, made four clearances and had two interceptions in Saturday's 6-0 win versus Freiburg.

Impact Baku had a nice return to Bundesliga play Saturday, scoring in the 80th minute off an assist from Kevin Paredes. This marked his fourth goal this season (tied for the team's lead) to go along with one assist in 16 appearances. The German defender's goal production from the back has been impressive so far. That along with Wolfsburg's solid defense of late gives him high upside as the Bundesliga season ramps back up.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one goal Baku scored one goal during a 2-1 win against 1899 Hoffenheim on Saturday.

Impact Baku logged VfL Wolfsburg's second goal. The defender has three scored across his last four games played. Baku is not named in Germany's squad of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, so he will receive much rest before VfL Wolfsburg and SC Freiburg play Jan. 21.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern stretches Bundesliga lead ahead of World Cup break

Bayern Munich stretched its Bundesliga lead to six points with a 2-0 win over Schalke in its last game ahead of the break for the World Cup

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Goal at Mainz Baku scored one goal during a 3-0 win against FSV Mainz 05 on Saturday.

Impact Baku scored a goal against his former team, which rostered him from 2017 to 2020. He finished October and commenced November the same way. Baku will try continuing to be a valued defender before Germany begins its World Cup campaign this month.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One goal, two interceptions Baku logged one goal and two interceptions during a 4-0 win against VfL Bochum on Saturday.

Impact Baku logged his first goal of VfL Wolfsburg's 2022-23 season. Defensively, he helped the team maintain a clean sheet after it recorded none in between Sept. 18 and Oct. 22. Baku has seven interceptions across his last six games played. He will try continuing to be a valued defender before the World Cup begins following mid-November.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

6 Bayern players score in Bundesliga rout of Mainz

Bayern Munich is back on top of the Bundesliga for a day at least

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides assist against Augsburg Baku provided an assist, created three chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and made five tackles (two won), two clearances and one interception during Saturday's 1-1 draw...

Impact Baku was one of the best men on the pitch here, providing the two-way performance everyone expects from him. The biggest highlight came on the 27th minute, when the right-back escaped unmarked on the attacking half and made a brilliant pass to find Yannick Gerhardt unmarked inside the box to slot the ball home. This assist marked the first appearance on the scoresheet of the season for Baku, who carries more fantasy upside than most Bundesliga defenders.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances versus Union Baku created one chance, made three tackles (one won), six clearances and one interception and drew two fouls during Sunday's 2-0 loss against Union Berlin.

Impact Baku was very active defensively, racking up a season-high six clearances, but once again had very little input on the attacking end, where he has been too quiet so far this season compared to what he did on the previous two campaigns with Wolfsburg. Once the right-back finally figure things out offensively, he'll be one of Bundesliga's most interesting defenders for fantasy purposes.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE