LUKAS KLOSTERMANN NEWS

Left on bench in loss Klostermann was left on the bench for Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Japan.

Impact Klostermann came into the World Cup with an ankle injury and evidently wasn't fit enough to start. Following a rather rough defensive display, Klostermann could find a place in the lineup at center-back or on the right if Niklas Sule is benched.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Workload being managed Klostermann's work-load in training and friendlies is being managed before the World Cup, manager Hansi Flick told reporters.

Impact Klostermann is recovering from a long-term ankle injury, so his work load is being monitored closely before the World Cup opener. The right-back is the likely starter at Germany's weakest position if fully fit, and with questionable options behind him Germany will do everything they can to keep him healthy. Klostermann's early substitution during a clash with Oman was reportedly part of this workload management.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured in friendly Klostermann came off injured during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Oman in a friendly.

Impact Klostermann came off injured during Wednesday's 1-0 win, being replaced by Armel Bella-Kotchap. The right-back had just returned from an ankle issue with his domestic club RB Leipzig, and is now immediately re-injured with the national team. Thilo Kehrer or Bella-Kotchap could be in contention for a starting role in Germany's World Cup opener against Japan.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Germany taking Moukoko, 17, to World Cup; Reus misses out

Germany is taking 17-year-old striker Youssoufa Moukoko to the World Cup but Borussia Dortmund teammates Marco Reus and Mats Hummels have missed out

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Named to squad Wednesday Klostermann (ankle) will be an option off the bench against SC Freiburg on Wednesday.

Impact Klostermann will make his first appearance in the squad since the season opener against Stuttgart back on Aug. 7, a stretch of 18 matches on the shelf. If he gets onto the pitch Wednesday, it could clear the way for the central defender to feature in the final clash before the World Cup break against Werder Bremen on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On track for weekend Klostermann (ankle) is considered questionable for Wednesday's match against Freiburg but is more likely to be fit by Saturday's trip to Werder Bremen, his club have announced.

Impact Klostermann returned to training over the last week and has a chance to play at least once before the league pauses for the World Cup. Unless he's called up by Germany to go to Qatar, Klostermann will focus on improving his fitness when the Bundesliga resumes in 2023.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Klostermann (ankle) participated in parts of Thursday's training session ahead of Saturday's match against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Klostermann was able to join in training for the first time since suffering an ankle syndesmosis injury back in August, and now he'll hope to play a small role before the World Cup break following an absence of at least three months. When that happens, Klostermann will hope to provide depth in the center of defense and on the right.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No room for Götze, Hummels in Germany squad before World Cup

Germany coach Hansi Flick has hinted at his World Cup plans by leaving Mario Götze and Mats Hummels out of his 24-man squad for upcoming Nations League games against Hungary and En...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suffers ankle injury Klostermann has suffered an ankle syndesmosis injury following Sunday's 1-1 draw with Stuttgart, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact Klostermann could easily miss multiple months due to this injury, which at minimum may need six weeks before he's on the right track. This should give Mohamed Simakan a regular shot at the starting lineup for as long as it takes before Klostermann returns. The other center-back spots are filled by Willi Orban and Marcel Halstenberg so getting Simakan to fill the gap will be crucial early this season.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injury-shortened season Klostermann made 23 appearances (17 starts) in a season that was riddled with muscular injuries.

Impact Klostermann made 23 appearances, the same he managed in 2020 as he once again dealt with injuries. The defender had a serious thigh injury before the January transfer window before aggravating the injury later in the season. Klostermann still offers a veteran defensive presence for Leipzig, though he likely isn't the top defensive option for the club heading into the 2022/23 campaign.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Klostermann is fit and in the match day squad to face Dortmund on Saturday.

Impact Klostermann returns after missing the majority of March with an adductor injury. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Saturday.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes individual training Klostermann (strain) is back in individual training Wednesday, Leipzig announced.

Impact Klostermann is back in individual training Wednesday as he works his way back from a late adductor injury picked up Sunday in warmups. The defender should be straight back into the starting XI and should be a strong fantasy play. Josko Gvardiol may be forced to step out of the starting XI, or move back to his more natural role in central defense.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch from lineup Klostermann suffered an injury in warmups before Sunday's clash against Greuther Furth.

Impact Klostermann was replaced by Josko Gvardiol in the back-three Sunday. The severity of his injury is unclear at the moment.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Klostermann (thigh) is available Saturday, according to RB Leipzig's injury report.

Impact Klostermann is available once more after a thigh injury kept him out before the international break. The defender will likely slot straight back into the starting XI if he is fully fit. There's a chance Klostermann is eased back into action off the bench Saturday.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Thigh injury confirmed Klostermann (thigh) is expected out until after the international break, RB Leipzig announced Friday.

Impact Klostermann's thigh injury is as bad as feared, and could see him sidelined for multiple weeks. The defender will hope to return immediately after the break, but with a soft-tissue injury that's far from a guarantee. Josko Gvardiol figures to slot into central defense with Klostermann on the sideline.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against PSG Klostermann was subbed out of Tuesday's Champions League defeat against PSG in the 70th minute after suffering an injury. He made three clearances, a block and two interceptions in...

Impact Nordi Mukiele could slot down into right back if Klostermann is forced to miss additional game time due to his injury.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ter Stegen, Ginter back in Germany squad for WCup qualifiers

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen and Borussia Mönchengladbach defender Matthias Ginter have returned to the Germany squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dortmund slumps to defeat at Gladbach without Haaland, Reus

Borussia Mönchengladbach has highlighted Borussia Dortmund’s reliance on its two star players as it dealt its Bundesliga rival a 1-0 defeat in former Gladbach coach Marco Rose’s re...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists vs. Hertha Klostermann provided one assist on one chance created during Saturday's 6-0 win over Hertha.

Impact Klostermann missed some training and was questionable for Saturday's match, but it proved to be no big deal, as the defender started and played the full 90. Klostermann isn't much of an offensive threat, and chasing his rare contributions is generally fruitless.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hertha Klostermann (muscular) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Klostermann is good to go Saturday after being held out of training earlier in the week. He's moved around the formation this season, but his fantasy numbers haven't changed much, as he's totaled three shots, two chances created and two crosses in four starts.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Klostermann was held out of team training with a muscular injury Tuesday but is expected to be available versus Hertha Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Klostermann has started four of his five appearances this season in which he recorded three shots (one on target), six tackles (two won) and 18 clearances. Given his limited offensive upside, Klostermann won't offer much in the way of fantasy value in formats that don't value clearances.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Grealish nets on CL debut in City's wild 6-3 win vs. Leipzig

Jack Grealish marked his Champions League debut with the pick of the goals in Manchester City’s wild 6-3 win over Leipzig as Christopher Nkunku's hat trick proved to be in vain for...

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Three new faces for Germany in Hansi Flick's 1st squad

Germany coach Hansi Flick has made three new call-ups and recalled five players including Borussia Dortmund captain Marco Reus for upcoming World Cup qualifiers

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Germany looking for efficiency against Portugal at Euro 2020

Portugal has the European Championship’s all-time leading scorer in Cristiano Ronaldo

JUNE 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could miss rest of Euros Klostermann is expected to miss two weeks with a thigh injury suffered in training this week, reports Kicker.

Impact Klostermann didn't play in Germany's opener, but his absence undoubtedly hurts the depth on the back line and what they can do in terms of formation. While he was only given a two-week timeline, it's hard to see him being immediately ready after that given that it's a muscle issue.

JUNE 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE