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Season over Hermoso (thigh) underwent season-ending surgery Tuesday, Leverkusen announced.

Impact Hermoso underwent a season-ending surgery following an injury he suffered against Bayern Munich. The defender will end the season with just six appearances (five starts) for Leverkusen, with 12 more appearances coming during a short spell in Roma, whom he will return from loan to.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out before break Hermoso (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's trip to Stuttgart, according to manager Xabi Alonso.

Impact Hermoso isn't an option for Sunday's trip to Stuttgart, and will now have the international break to try and get fit. The defender's absence will be tough to deal with, especially with Edmond Tapsoba also ruled out. Nordi Mukiele could slide into central defense with Hermoso out for Sunday's match.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Hermoso was brought off with an apparent injury during the first half of Tuesday's clash with Munich.

Impact Hermoso was brought off before half time in clear discomfort, with Robert Andrich coming on to replace him. Andrich is a more attacking option in the midfield as opposed to a like-for-like sub option in defense. Edmond Tapsoba could be back in the starting XI against Stuttgart if Hermoso's injury proves severe.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play against Kiel Hermoso (illness) has recovered and has been training normally this week, making him available to face Kiel on Saturday, BILD reports.

Impact Hermoso missed the last match against Bayern due to illness but is now fully fit and available to face Kiel on Saturday. He could return directly to the starting lineup in the back three, as Piero Hincapie, Edmond Tapsoba, and Nordi Mukiele are all on four yellow cards and could be suspended for the crucial clash against Frankfurt next Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Bayern Hermoso is out for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Xabi Alonso. "We will be missing Mario tomorrow due to illness."

Impact Hermoso will not make the call for Saturday, with the defender being left out due to an illness. This is s tough loss for the club, as he did start in their last outing, with Edmund Tapsoba as his likely replacement. He will look return for their next contest, which is likely after only dealing with an illness.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen signs defender Mario Hermoso on loan from Roma

Bundesliga defending champion Bayer Leverkusen has added defensive depth by signing Mario Hermoso on loan from Roma for the rest of this season

JANUARY 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moves to Bayer Leverkusen Hermoso has transferred to Bayer Leverkusen on loan, Roma announced.

Impact Hermoso is on the move after just six months as he tallied 13 appearances with Roma across all competitions but didn't recapture a regular role after a significant thigh injury and was an unused sub for several contests as of late. He'll seek more regular minutes in the Bundesliga. He has posted seven tackles, nine interceptions, 24 clearances and three blocks so far.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Udinese tilt Hermoso hasn't been selected for Sunday's match versus Udinese before he's in talks to join Bayer Leverkusen, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Hermoso has been a fringe contributor so far this season and could depart before deadline day. He has been an unused sub in six consecutive matches.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late in Lecce tilt Hermoso (undisclosed) recorded one tackle (one won) in nine minutes in Saturday's 4-1 win against Lecce.

Impact Hermoso made his return after a multi-week absence but didn't get much action. He'll rotate with the other defenders from here on out. He has featured 10 times (four starts), totaling seven tackles, eight interceptions and 18 clearances and contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Lecce Hermoso (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Lecce.

Impact Hermoso is fit once again as expected, earning a spot on the bench Saturday. This is great news for the defender, as he had missed their past seven matches. He started in four of his nine appearances before his injury and should continue in a similar role moving forward.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Lecce game Hermoso (undisclosed) "has returned to full training, so he's fine," coach Claudio Ranieri announced.

Impact Hermoso will be back with the squad after sitting out seven fixtures because of a muscular lesion. He'll likely be eased into action and wasn't a full-time starter beforehand. He has posted two crosses (one accurate), three tackles (all won), five interceptions and six clearances in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not back for Napoli match Hermoso (undisclosed) hasn't been called up for Sunday's game versus Napoli.

Impact Hermoso picked up a muscular strain about three weeks ago, but the area hasn't been specified. Roma could switch to a four-man defense following a coaching change, leaning on their usual center-backs.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Hermoso wasn't called up for Sunday's clash against Verona due to a muscular problem, Corriere dello Sport relayed.

Impact Hermoso will likely be sidelined for the following two matches before the break, the publication adds. Angelino will play consistently in the back as a result of his absence, with Stephan El Shaarawy and Nicola Zalewski manning the flank. Mats Hummels will be the main defensive deputy.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves ban in Torino tilt Hermoso cleared a one-game suspension in Thursday's 1-0 victory versus Torino.

Impact Hermoso will be available for the Torino game and has generally alternated with Angelino to complete the defense next to Gianluca Mancini and Evan N'Dicka. He started in three of his last five appearances, notching three tackles (all won), five interceptions and six clearances and contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expelled in Fiorentina tilt Hermoso had two clearances and one interception before being sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 65th minute in Sunday's loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Hermoso was confirmed in the XI, but the Roma defense struggled mightily, and he was booked twice in short order in the second half. Angelino or Mats Hummels will substitute for him in the back midweek versus Torino.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Roma Hermoso has agreed to a two-year contract with Roma, the team announced.

Impact Hermoso found a landing spot after searching for the entire summer and comes in as Chris Smalling departs. He'll challenge Gianluca Mancini and Evan N'Dicka and occasionally star along with them. He posted 53 tackles, 36 interceptions and 104 clearances in 40 games last season, contributing to ten clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited offensively Hermoso assisted once in 31 appearances (29 starts) in La Liga.

Impact Hermoso played a huge role with 2,556 minutes, but only provided a single goal contribution. The defender has previously had a talent for joining the attack but he failed to do so. Still he offered plenty defensively and kept eight clean sheets while playing the second most minutes of any of his seasons with Atleti. With his contract coming to an end Hermoso remains in negotiations with Atleti.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Celta Vigo Hermoso (bruise) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Hermoso is good to go after leaving last week's match against Mallorca at halftime. The center back makes his third straight start for Atleti on Sunday.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable after making squad list Hermoso (bruise) is an option for Sunday's match against Celta Vigo after making the squad list.

Impact Hermoso could see a return Sunday after his early exit from the club's last contest due to a bruise. If deemed fit enough to play, he will hope to see the start after starting in the club's past two games, although they may integrate him back into the side off the bench, being cautious and giving him time off the bench to ensure he is healthy for the final three games of the season.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off at halftime Hermoso was forced to be replaced at halftime during Saturday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Hermoso only lasted 45 minutes after he was forced to be taken off with a contusion. He had been able to start four of the last five games played at center back, totaling nine clearances, six interceptions and five tackles in that span.

MAY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses in loss Hermoso had two shots off target and attempted three crosses (two accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Sevilla.

Impact Despite playing as the left-sided centre back in a back three, Hermoso has generated impressive attacking statistics in recent weeks, with three shots (none on target) and seven crosses (two accurate) in his last two. He has started all but three games this season and has one goal and one assist.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in cup Hermoso scored during Wednesday's 5-3 loss to Real Madrid in the Super Cup.

Impact Hermoso got the start and played all 120 minutes while also scoring. In the end that didn't prove to be enough as to late goals sent Real Madrid through. Hermoso isn't a consistent offensive threat, but he has plenty of clean sheet upside in more winnable matches.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in UCL win Hermoso scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 win against Feyenoord.

Impact Hermoso recorded his first goal of the season Tuesday, a left-footed strike in the 57th minute assisted by Pablo Barrios to take the 2-0 lead. It was the only shot Hermoso took in the match, to go with his two tackles, one interception, five clearances and two blocked shots. He now has two goal contributions in 18 matches this season, both of which have come in his last two appearances.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023