DEJAN LJUBICIC NEWS

Mediocre performance against Werder Bremen Ljubicic recorded two shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Ljubicic lost possession of the ball eight times but made efforts to rectify it with two interceptions. He was replaced by Steffen Tigges in the 84th minute. His only goal involvements of the season came against Frankfurt two weeks ago.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knock Ljubicic has gone down with an apparent injury as he is away from the team, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact Ljubicic may be dealing with an injury heading into the club's first match since the start of the winter break, having encountered an undisclosed issue in training that has resulted in him being away from the team. The midfielder still has a couple of days to recover before their match against Heidenheim on Saturday, as he will try to shake the issue before the contest. He has started in 13 of the club's 16 contests thus far, so his absence will affect the squad if he cannot play. If that is the case, expect Denis Huseinbasic or Mathias Olesen to get the nod against Heidenheim.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Busy throughout loss Ljubicic recorded two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Ljubicic had plenty to do on both sides of the ball Saturday, creating a chance while also making four tackles and sending in a pair of shots. The midfielder could see a consistent role in the starting XI for a third straight season, especially with the departure of Ellyes Skhiri leaving a gap in holding midfield.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in loss Ljubicic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Bayern Munich. In addition, he was g...

Impact Ljubicic scored his fifth goal during Saturday's narrow loss, setting a new high of five Bundesliga goals. The winger had a mixed season in his second year in Germany, scoring five times while assisting once on 35 shots. Ljubicic also created 27 chances as he took on a major role once more. The Koln attack showed cracks and heavy rotation throughout though Ljubicic did establish a strong partnership with Florian Kainz in attacking midfield.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Saturday Ljubicic suffered an undisclosed injury and departed Saturday's game against Werder Bremen in the first half.

Impact It's unclear what happened to Ljubicic, but if it's a muscular injury, then he'd have a hard time recovering ahead of the final game of the season against Bayern Munich on May 27. Jan Thielmann took his place in midfield, and Thielmann has recorded two goals and two assists across 22 outings (six starts) this season.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Ljubicic scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Mainz.

Impact Ljubicic was assisted by Jonas Hector in the 51st minute for the equalizer. He completed two dribbles and also managed two tackles and one clearance. He has managed two goal involvements in the last two games. He has four goals and one assist in 21 league appearances.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist in win Ljubicic assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory over FC Augsburg.

Impact Ljubicic earned his first assist of the 2022/23 campaign with a nice pass in the one-sided win. The attacking midfielder was brought to Koln to provide some creativity on the wing, and has struggled to do so, with just two assists since joining the club. Ljubicic still retains a major role in the starting XI, making him a ceiling play when in the starting XI.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Stuttgart Ljubicic is fit and in the match day squad to face Stuttgart on Saturday.

Impact Ljubicic returns to the squad after missing out on last week's match through illness. The midfielder starts from the bench having scored three goals in 13 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Ljubicic (illness) was back in team training with FC Koln on Tuesday.

Impact Ljubicic missed last weekend's win over Eintracht Frankfurt with an illness, but he will be expected to return for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart. He has featured 13 times (nine starts) in the Bundesliga this season, scoring three goals from midfield.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Ljubicic is not in the match day squad to face Frankfurt on Sunday due to illness.

Impact Ljubicic misses out on Sunday's match after coming down with an illness in the buildup. The midfielder should be available in time for next week's match at Frankfurt with six days to recover.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up illness Ljubicic (illness) did not train on Tuesday after not feeling well and is questionable for Sunday's match against Eintracht Frankfurt, the club announces.

Impact Ljubicic had made two straight starts after he had returned from a calf injury he picked up late last year. If the 25-year-old does not recover from his illness in time, Denis Huseinbasic will likely start in his spot.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Ljubicic recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Schalke.

Impact Ljubicic returned to the starting XI for the first time since coming back from a calf injury. The midfielder didn't have an overly impressive day but it was still an improvement to be able to go 78 minutes. Ljubicic will continue to see more playing time as his fitness improves.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench as expected Ljubicic is fit and in the match day squad to face Werder Bremen on Saturday.

Impact Ljubicic returns as expected, though he's not yet ready to play a full 90 minutes. The midfielder starts from the bench having scored three goals in nine appearances during the first half of the Bundesliga season.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unfit for starting XI Ljubicic (knee) is not ready to start in Saturday's clash with Werder Bremen, manager Steffen Baumgart announced.

Impact Ljubicic won't be starting Saturday, but the plan is to give him a role off the bench if he can pass late fitness tests. It's a good sign for the midfielder who is making his way back from a serious knee injury. Denis Huseinbasic will get the start in place of Ljubicic.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for January return Ljubicic (knee) is set to return for team training on Jan. 2, manager Steffen Baumgart told reporters.

Impact Ljubicic is continuing to recover from a serious knee injury, but is expected to return to training for the beginning of Koln's January training camp. The midfielder will have three weeks to complete his recovery before the Bundesliga begins once more.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out 10-12 weeks Ljubicic (knee) will be out for 10-to-12 weeks during his recovery process, according to manager Steffen Baumgart ahead of Thursday's match against FK Partizan.

Impact Ljubicic was already ruled out until 2023 and now this puts a clearer schedule for when he'll be back. Kingsley Schindler should help take up Ljubicic's minutes until his return, though with three goals scored in nine games, Ljubicic will be an important absence.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out until 2023 Ljubicic suffered a knee injury during Sunday's 5-2 loss to Borussia Monchengladbach that will knock him out until the end of 2022, his club announced Monday.

Impact Ljubicic unfortunately faces a long-term absence but has the time to recover with six weeks off for the World Cup to finish the year. He's scored three times in nine appearances this season (seven starts) and Kinglsey Schindler could take his place in the starting lineup for now.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Departs injured in first half Ljubicic was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match with Monchengladbach due to injury.

Impact Ljubicic was forced off after 40 minutes, succumbing to an injury after colliding with Ramy Bensebaini. The midfielder was replaced by Kingsley Schindler as his status for next week's match against Augsburg is now in question.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores game winning goal Ljubicic scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal), crossing twice inaccurately and creating five chances during Saturday's 3-2 win over Dortmund.

Impact Ljubicic found the back of the net in the 71st minute scoring what would be the game winning goal. The goal was the third of the season for the midfielder as he led Koln in both shots and chances created in the win.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Koln's third goal Ljubicic scored a goal while taking five shots (three on goal) and creating two chances during Sunday's 3-1 win over Schalke.

Impact Ljubicic found the back of the net in the 80th minute scoring Koln's final goal. The forward didn't cross and created two chances while leading Koln with five shots in the win.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent debut season Ljubicic scored three times and provided one assist during the 2021/22 season.

Impact Ljubicic produced four goal contributions in his first season with Koln. The midfielder lined up on the right wing for the most part, though he also took up a role in central midfield when Salih Ozan missed time. Ljubicic will be a consistent piece of the Koln starting XI moving forward as the 24-year-old continues to carve out his role in the first team.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training Ljubicic (personal) missed Tuesday's training, Koln announced.

Impact Ljubicic missed training Tuesday due to personal reasons. No explanation was given, and no expectations around his availability for Saturday's trip to Stuttgart were given. Ljubicic will hope to make a full return to the first team as soon as possible.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets yet again Ljubicic scored once on two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Gladbach.

Impact Ljubicic had one goal total for the season before entering April, he now has three. It's been an excellent month for the midfielder who is going through a real purple patch. Ljubicic and Koln are firing on all cylinders and a clash with Bielefeld should be nothing but a confidence builder next time out.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer goal as substitute Ljubicic had one goal on one shot, two crosses and two fouls in the 3-2 victory over FSV Mainz 05 on Saturday.

Impact After coming back from a two goal deficit, Ljubicic managed to score a solo goal in the 78th minute, 20 minutes after he subbed on. The midfielder is not typically a scoring threat, and with inconsistent playing time, it is unclear whether he will make a big contribution against Monchengladbach.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Union berlin Ljubicic (illness) is in the starting XI for Friday's clash with Union Berlin.

Impact Ljubicic was in quarantine heading into the international break and has had plenty of time to recover. The midfielder is straight back in the starting XI and is fully available. Ljubicic should be set to go the full 90 after playing on international duty.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE