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Avoids concussion Guilavogui was back in training Tuesday after coming off with a head injury during Saturday's 8-1 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Guilavogui was originally a concussion concern but the fact he was in full training during the first session of the week is a good sign. The center-back has actually started two matches in a row and could be back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Bochum.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mainz player thanks referee for potentially saving his life during Bundesliga game

Mainz player Josuha Guilavogui has thanked referee Patrick Ittrich for potentially saving his life in a Bundesliga game after his tongue had blocked his airway

MARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

First assist Guilavogui assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 84th minute.

Impact Guilavogui made his second start and immediately chimed in with an assist during Sunday's loss. The center-back wasn't particularly inspiring and likely won't continue in any major role moving forward despite the goal contribution. Guilavogui has completely failed to integrate into the Mainz system both due to injury and form, since making the switch from Wolfsburg.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early in Saturday's match Guilavogui departed from the match in the 16th minute due to an apparent injury.

Impact Guilavogui only recorded a short 16 minutes in his appearance on Saturday, exiting the game after picking up an injury. There has been no further information released on the player's knock, so it is unsure if it is a minor or major injury. Luckily for Mainz, his absence shouldn't affect the squad too much, seeing this was his first start of the season.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Mainz Guilavogui has officially signed with Mainz, the club announced Monday.

Impact An experienced figure at the Bundesliga level after spending most of his career with Wolfsburg, Guilavogui will add some much-needed depth in midfield for Mainz. He will have to get into game shape, but he should be able to make his debut with the club sooner than later.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in season finale Guilavogui made four interceptions, a clearances and took two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Guilavogui ends his final season at Wolfsburg with three clean sheets and one goal from 23 Bundesliga appearances (11 starts) mostly in central defense. The 32-year-old is becoming a free agent at the expiration of his contract this summer after having tallied 12 goals and six assists in 265 games across all competitions since joining Wolfsburg in 2014 (minus a six-month loan stint with Bordeaux last spring) and he wont the DFB Pokal in his first season with the club.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal Guilavogui scored an injury-time own goal, won one tackle and made five clearances in Saturday's 2-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Guilavogui could only turn Tom Bishof's cross into his own net to deny his team a clean sheet. He was starting despite suffering an injury which forced him off at half time in last Sunday's defeat to Dortmund.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes on Saturday Guilavogui is fit and in the match day squad to face Hoffenheim on Saturday.

Impact Guilavogui is good to go after dealing with an undisclosed injury that kept him out of mid week action against Dortmund. Guilavogui has made just four starts in his nine league appearances, but is available if called upon Saturday.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could play at weekend Guilavogui (undisclosed) is fit for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, manager Niko Kovac announced Friday.

Impact Guilavogui has missed Wolfsburg's last two games with an injury, but Kovac says he is fit again and may be available against Hoffenheim on Saturday. His last Bundesliga start came back on Sept. 3, and he has four appearances off the bench since then.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Dortmund Guilavogui (undisclosed) will miss Tuesday's clash against Borussia Dortmund, Wolfsburg manager Niko Kovac announced Monday.

Impact Guilavogui was not involved in Saturday's win over Mainz and he won't be available on Tuesday either, but Kovac said it's possible he's able to return versus Hoffenheim at the weekend. Guilavogui has made nine Bundesliga appearances this season, with his last start coming on Sept. 3.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer against Werder Guilavogui scored a goal off his lone shot and created one chance after coming off the bench during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Werder Bremen.

Impact Guilavogui was brought at halftime to replace Mattias Svanberg and ended up as the unlikely hero for his side, scoring his first Bundesliga goal since 2018 in the 84th minute to seal the 2-2 draw. If the holding midfielder eventually wins a spot in the starting XI, his fantasy value will heavily depend on his capability of racking up defensive numbers and goals like this one aren't expected very often.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stars for relegated Bordeaux Guilavogui hauled in one goal, one clean sheet and one assist in 15 Ligue 1 appearances (15 starts) for Bordeaux in season 20221/22.

Impact Guilavogui was a pillar of the back line since joining Bordeaux in the Winter and was all but certain to remain with the club on permanent basis but the relegation has triggered a clause in his loan contract that will see him return to Germany. The defender had 15 starts in 20 matches for Wolfsburg before departing to France in January and could have a big role in Germany again next term.

JUNE 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goal Josuha GUILAVOGUI (13' - GdB) CLERMONT FOOT 63 - FC GIRONDINS DE BORDEAUX 21/22

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Champions League participant Wolfsburg in relegation scrap

Wolfsburg is banking on a victory against last-place Greuther Fürth on Sunday after failing to win any of its last nine Bundesliga games

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wolfsburg the busiest on last day of transfers in Germany

Wolfsburg has reacted to its dramatic fall in fortune with a flurry of activity as the winter transfer window closes in Germany

JANUARY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready to return Sunday Guilavogui (nose) will be an option for Sunday's matchup with Bochum. Manager Florian Kohfeldt told reporters, "Josuha Guilavogui is available."

Impact Guilavogui was held as a reserve option for the club's previous three options, so he may be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI against Bochum. Even if he does start, the defensive midfielder is unlikely to offer much in the final third, making him a mid-range fantasy option at best.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers broken nose in training Guilavougi broke his nose in training, though is expected to return to training quickly, according to Wolfsburg.

Impact Guilavougi broke his nose after a training collision but should still be available against Bochum on Sunday. The club expects their top defender back in training within a few days of the incident. Guilavougi may need some protective equipment to play Sunday.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three aerials in 3-1 loss Guilavogui had three aerials won, two tackles (both won) and two interceptions in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Lille.

Impact Guilavogui remains very limited offensively and is still looking for his first goal or assist of the campaign. The holding midfielder though has been very productive in defensive peripheral numbers though regardless if he's slotted at his usual position in the middle of the park or in defense where he lines up sometimes.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances in loss Guilavogui created one chance and made two tackles (both won), six clearances and four interceptions during Saturday's 3-0 loss against Mainz.

Impact Guilavogui had another positive performance from a fantasy standpoint, leading his side in clearances and always finding ways to contribute. Originally a holding midfielder, he's thriving since starting to be used as a centre back, with 33 clearances and 15 interceptions over five starts in his new position. Up next for Guilavogui is Wednesday's pivotal UCL match against Lille.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in blocks, interceptions Guilavogui blocked a shot, made two interceptions, won a tackle and seven clearances during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Guilavogui was a part of the Wolfsburg back line that allowed three goals to Dortmund on Saturday. The defender finished with team-high totals in blocks and clearances in the loss.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent defensively Guilavogui recorded seven clearances, three interceptions and two blocks during a 2-0 win Saturday against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Guilavogui was a centre-back during Florian Kohfeldt's first game managing the VfL Wolfsburg team. The decision is not an unwise one. Guilavogui recorded 18 clearances, 15 interceptions and four blocks across his last six Bundesliga appearances.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Contentious late penalty earns Sevilla 1-1 draw at Wolfsburg

Ivan Rakitić has scored a contentious late penalty to earn a 1-1 draw for Sevilla at Wolfsburg in the Champions League

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off against Sevilla Guilavogui picked up a pair of yellow cards versus Sevilla on Wednesday and was sent off in the 85th minute.

Impact Guilavogui was making his fifth straight appearance for the club after starting the year as a substitute. The midfielder will miss the club's next UCL matchup with Red Bull Salzburg on Oct. 20 but should continue to feature in the starting XI in domestic competition.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots Guilavogui recorded two blocks during a 0-0 draw Tuesday at Lille.

Impact Guilavogui recorded more blocks than those from any other Wolfsburg footballer. Though unlikely to regularly block multiple shots, blocking them is one reasonable way he could supply value in place of injured defensive midfielder Xaver Schlager (knee).

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins team Guilavogui (COVID-19) is back at training Thursday following his self-isolation.

Impact Guilavogui should have plenty of time to get up to speed ahead of the season opener versus Vfl Bochum on Aug. 14. Last season, the midfielder made just seven starts in 20 matches and will likely struggle for consistent opportunities to feature in the starting XI this year as well making him a mid-range fantasy option at best.

JULY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE