JOSIP STANISIC NEWS

Running Monday Stanisic (knee) completed an individual running session Monday, according to his club.

Impact Stanisic is seeing his first signs of improvement since tearing his LCL, with the defender having been able to run on grass Monday. This is good news for the player, although he is likely still some time away from a return, likely not seeing the field for at least another two months.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Tears LCL Stanisic will be out for the next four to five months after tearing his LCL, according to his club.

Impact Stanisic will hit the injury list before the start of the new season, as the defender is likely to be out until 2025 after going down with a ruptured LCL. He still has to undergo further assessment, so a timetable isn't in place, but most can expect him to be out for at least four to five months. Luckily for the club, he is more of a reserve option, so his absence will not be a huge issue.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Extend contract Stanisic has agreed on a five year contract extension with Bayern Munich, keeping him with the team until 2029.

Impact Stanisic spent last season on loan with Bayer Leverkusen, winning the Bundesliga title with the side. He made 13 starts in 20 appearances, logging in a goal with four assists. His solid effort will give hima chance for some regular playing time with Bayern Munich heading into thr 2024/25 campaign.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Wins five tackles against Italy Stanisic had two crosses (zero accurate), six tackles (five won), three interceptions and two clearances in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Italy.

Impact Stanisic drew his second start in the tournament and was very busy in the back. He was pretty reliable for the most part, but he got caught in the middle on the late game-winner by Mattia Zaccaghi. He has tallied four crosses (one accurate), ten tackles and four interceptions in Euro 2024.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Munich Stanisic returned to Munich following the conclusion of his loan with Leverkusen.

Impact Stanisic did well on loan, making 20 appearances (13 starts), though his role wasn't overly different to what he produced in Munich. It's more likely than not that the next step is a permanent move away from Munich for Stanisic.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists Stanisic scored a goal with his lone shot and had an assist while creating three chances, crossing twice (one accurate) and making two tackles (winning one) during Sunday's 5-0 win...

Impact Stanisic scored in the 86th minute before setting up Alejandro Grimaldo in the 93rd to play a role in Leverkusen's final two goals while leading the team with two tackles. Stanisic is in excellent form at the moment with six goal involvements in his last six appearances in all competitions.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Late hero Thursday Stanisic scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance during Thursday's 2-2 draw with Roma.

Impact Stanisic entered the match in the 90th minute and scored the game tying goal in the 97th to keep Leverkusen unbeaten on the season. Stanisic has been in excellent form of late with two goals and two assists over his last five appearances in all competitions.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Stanisic had an assist with his lone chance created while making two interceptions, three tackles (winning all three) and three clearances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Roma.

Impact Stanisic set up Robert Andrich in the 73rd minute assisting Leverkusen's second goal of the match. The assist was the fourth in 11 Europa League appearances for Stanisic as he has three goal involvements over his last three starts in all competitions.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in draw Stanisic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Stanisic scored a heroic late goal to keep the invincible season alive in Leverkusen. The center-back isn't one to pile on the goal contributions, but he's been a solid defensive option when brought into the starting XI. Stanisic should continue in that role in the closing stages of the Bundesliga.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against parent club Stanisic scored a goal with his lone shot while making an interception, four tackles (winning one) and three clearances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Bayern.

Impact Stanisic found the back of the net in the 18th minute to open the scoring in the match against his parent club. The goal was the first goal involvement in the Bundesliga this season for Stanisic who has started six straight matches for Leverkusen.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Pokal Stanisic came off the bench for the closing stages of Tuesday's 3-2 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Stanisic has been in the starting XI for five straight Bundesliga matches but was only called upon off the bench Tuesday. As more options return from AFCON and injury Stanisic will likely find himself on the bench more often than not moving forward. Still in four of the five matches he started, Leverkusen came away with a clean sheet, so he may have earned more chances.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Stanisic returned to the starting XI for Thursday's 1-0 win over Qarabag.

Impact Stanisic got back in the starting XI for his fourth start since joining Leverkusen. The center-back has largely been left on the bench but he is getting consistent minutes in the DFB Pokal and the Europa League. Stanisic could see more rotation as Leverkusen look to compete in three competitions in December.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Leverkusen loan Stanisic has signed a season-long loan deal with Leverkusen, the club announced.

Impact Stanisic will add defensive versatility to the Werkself, as he can play as a center-back or wing-back on both flanks. He should see far more minutes at Leverkusen compared to the limited possibilities he would have gotten at Bayern Munich.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused substitute Saturday Stanisic (thigh) was left on the bench versus RB Leipzig on Saturday.

Impact Stanisic has made just one start in his last 10 contests, including being an unused substitute in five of those contests. Given his inability to break into the starting XI, Stanisic figures to remain a low-end fantasy target ahead of Saturday's season finale versus FC Koln.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Stanisic (thigh) was able to complete portions of team training with Bayern Munich on Tuesday.

Impact Stanisic has missed his side's last two games after tearing a thigh muscle in early May, but he's progressing with his recovery ahead of the final two games of the campaign.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins running drills Stanisic (thigh) is back on the grass with light running drills Wednesday.

Impact Stanisic has begun his recovery work after suffering a torn thigh muscle in the beginning of May. He is not ready to return Saturday, but could be an option as soon as May 20 against RB Leipzig if his recovery goes as planned. The defender has only started four times in the last eight games played, recording 13 tackles (nine won) in that span.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss time Stanisic (thigh) is set to miss about two weeks after suffering a torn muscle fiber in his left adductor.

Impact Bayern Munich's injuries continue to pile on with Josip Stanisic the latest player to be added to the injured list with a torn thigh muscle. He is expected to sit out against Werder Bremen and Schalke. The defender's absence should not have much affect on the team as he's only started one in the last five games, recording just two clearances in that span.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in UCL victory Stanisic generated one cross (zero accurate) and five tackles in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Stanisic and the Bayern back line have been much better of late holding four shutouts in last six matches across all competitions. The full-back has now put together three consecutive starts but could be back on the bench with Benjamin Pavard returning from suspension.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Stuttgart Stanisic (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Stuttgart.

Impact The young defender was doubtful to feature here, but he gets the nod and will start on the right side of the defense. He will replace Benjamin Pavard, who's unavailable due to suspension.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Stanisic was injured and subbed out in the 78th minute of Sunday's 3-0 win over Union Berlin. He registered one cross (zero accurate) and two tackles before exiting the match.

Impact Stanisic was brought off with an injury during Sunday's win, coming off late in the second half. The defender is largely a depth option at the best of times, so this injury likely won't overly impact the starting XI. Still with Munich hoping to compete in all competitions Stanisic would be a major loss of depth.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Stanisic is fit and in the match day squad to face Bochum on Saturday.

Impact Stanisic returns from a tendon issue in time to take up a role on the bench Saturday. The defender has made eight appearances with just one start in the league.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Wolfsburg Stanisic won't be available for Sunday's clash against VfL Wolfsburg due to a tendon issue, Bayern manager Julian Nagelsmann confirmed Friday.

Impact Nagelsmann said there's no structural damage to Stanisic's tendon, but he will miss at least one game with this injury. He's only featured in 12 of a possible 24 matches across the Bundesliga and Champions League this season for Bayern, with just three starts in the full-back positions.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Friday Stanisic made the bench for Friday's match against Brazil.

Impact Stanisic is fit enough to feature off the bench but has yet to play in the tournament and missed the win over Japan with a muscular injury. He's behind Borna Sosa and Borna Barisic on the depth chart for the national side.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train ahead of quarterfinal Stanisic was absent from training ahead of Friday's match against Brazil due to a muscular injury, according to reporter Richard Wilson.

Impact Stanisic has yet to play in the World Cup and this news could put his chances in further doubt ahead of their toughest game. Borna Sosa and Borna Barisic remain ahead of Stanisic in the depth chart.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers from illness Stanisic is fit and in the match day squad to face Schalke on Saturday.

Impact Stanisic returns after missing out on Tuesday's match with Werder Bremen through illness. The defender starts from the bench, having made just five appearances and playing 125 minutes.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE