MAXIMILIAN PHILIPP NEWS

Surgery a possibility Philipp (shoulder) could undergo shoulder surgery, manager Christian Streich told reporters.

Impact Philipp suffered a shoulder injury during Thursday's 3-1 win over TSC. The midfielder has been pushed into a starting role of late due to injuries elsewhere on the team but now could be left on the sideline for potentially months. This is a tough injury to call, if he undergoes surgery Philipp will likely be done until 2024, but if he plays through the injury he could be an option as soon as a Nov. 4 clash with Gladbach.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Departs with injury Philipp picked up an undisclosed injury and left Thursday's game against Ferencvaros in the first half.

Impact Philipp was forced to leave the game in the final stages of the first half, and this injury puts him at risk of missing Sunday's clash against Leverkusen due to the quick turnaround between matches. Philipp has one goal across six Bundesliga appearances (one start) in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal in extra time Philipp scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Werder Bremen.

Impact In his first appearance for Freiburg, Philipp emerged as the hero by burying a goal in the 96th minute of action, which put his side ahead and secured their second straight win to kick off the season. Philipp tallied just one goal in 15 appearances last season at Werder Bremen but is already off to a hot start and could be on pace for a standout year with his new squad.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Freiburg Philipp has completed a move from Wolfsburg to Freiburg, his new club announced.

Impact Philipp made 15 appearances (three starts) on loan at Werder Bremen during the 2022-23 season, and as expected, he leaves Wolfsburg once again. He'll hope to earn a bigger role in Freiburg, and he can be deployed in several roles in central midfield.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Wolfsburg Philipp returned to Wolfsburg following the conclusion of his loan with Werder, the club announced.

Impact Philipp had a successful spell on loan though he failed to establish a major role in the starting XI. The midfielder made 15 appearances (three starts) and scored a single goal. Philipp will likely be a loan target with little room for him to take a major role in the Wolfsburg first team.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Freiburg Philipp took three shots (two on target and scored a goal in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against SC Freiburg. He also created a chance and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Philipp opened the scoring just after halftime Sunday in what was his first Bundesliga start since joining Werder Bremen on-loan in January, and his first goal in the competition since August while he was with Wolfsburg. He had come off the bench as a substitute in eight consecutive matches prior to Sunday, and this performance could earn him a few more appearances in the XI during the final stretch of the campaign.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Freiburg beats Bremen 2-1 to boost Champions League hopes

Freiburg came from behind to beat Werder Bremen 2-1 in the Bundesliga and boost its chances of Champions League qualification

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available Saturday Philipp (strain) was will be in contention versus Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.

Impact Philipp missed the last four games with a strain but is back with the team as a potential option off the bench against Dortmund. He has missed a majority of the season due to injuries during his time with Wolfsburg before joining Bremen on loan. Philipp will hope to make his season debut with the new club Saturday.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Philipp is not in the match day squad to face Stuttgart on Sunday.

Impact Philipp misses out on Sunday's match as he continues to recover from a muscle strain. The midfielder will look to make his club debut next weekend against Dortmund after joining Bremen on loan for the remainder of the season.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful for debut at weekend Philipp is hoping to be fit enough to make his debut for Werder Bremen on Sunday against VfB Stuttgart, according to manager Ole Werner on Friday.

Impact Philipp just joined Werder on-loan from Wolfsburg this week, so it's unclear whether Werner was referring to an injury that might be preventing him from playing Sunday or whether it's just building up fitness with his new team after the move. Either way, he will be questionable to face Stuttgart.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Bremen Philipp has joined Werder Bremen on a six-month loan from Wolfsburg, the club announced Monday.

Impact A major thigh injury in September has limited Philipp to just three Bundesliga appearances (one start) this season for Wolfsburg, and the 28-year-old has fallen out of favor even after he returned to fitness just before the World Cup break as Wolfsburg have switched formations. He is now moving on-loan to Werder Bremen for the rest of the campaign.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Philipp (thigh) played 25 minutes during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Philipp missed over two months with a thigh issue and only returned for 25 minutes off the bench Saturday. The midfielder has lost a majority of the season to that thigh issue. Philipp could see a bigger role in the second half of the season, especially if he is able to recover fully.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Twelve starts Philipp made 22 appearances (12 starts) during the 2021/22 Bundesliga season.

Impact Philipp made only 12 starts during his second year with Wolfsburg as his goal production fell to only one goal and four assists. The midfielder has been a solid producer when on the pitch, but the same as his time with Dortmund, has struggled for playing time. Philipp has the talent to break into the starting XI, but may find himself as more of a bench option entering the 2022/23 season.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Sunday Philipp is fit and in the match day squad to face Augsburg on Sunday.

Impact Philipp returns after missing out on Wolfsburg's previous match through illness. The attacker starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Philipp (illness) is out for Sunday's clash with Leverkusen, according to manager Florian Kohfeldt.

Impact Philipp is out with an illness and will miss the final match before the international break. The midfielder will be given plenty of time to recover with the international break giving him ample time. He should be back in the starting XI against Augsburg on the other side of the break.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists again Philipp provided one assist on one chance created during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Gladbach.

Impact Philipp assisted for the second game in a row as he continue his solid form of late. The attacking midfielder doesn't offer an immense fantasy ceiling but his form is good with one goal and two assists in the last four matches. Next up for Philipp is a Saturday clash with Union Berlin, another favorable match for Philipp.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts and assists in loss Philipp assisted one goal from his only chance created, sent in two inaccurate crosses, made one tackle (won) and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Philipp started for the second game in a row and logged his third assist in the season, creating Jonas Wind's opener in the 36th. They later conceded the comeback to Hoffenheim, though, dropping all three points at home. The midfielder has not been a regular startes lately, and will look to get the nod again at Monchengladbach on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Philipp scored once on one shot off the bench during Sunday's 4-1 win over Furth.

Impact Philipp came off the bench for the final 25 minutes of Sunday's rather one-sided rout. He made the most of that limited chance notching his first goal contribution in the Bundesliga since November. The midfielder has next to no fantasy value and isn't worth considering in any format unless he breaks into the starting XI consistently.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs assist in return Philipp assisted once, created one chance and made one tackle (none won) in the 2-2 draw against Arminia Bielefeld on Saturday.

Impact Philipp returned from his two-game absence with his second assist of the season. The midfielder jumped onto the pitch right after half-time and it only took him a quick second or two and he was rearing to go once again. He did benefit immensely from teammate Lukas Nmecha's insane goal. Philipp's floor is decent, but his upside is certainly capped from his little shot volume.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eight chances created Philipp has created eight chances in five starts before the international break.

Impact Philipp has done well in attacking midfield, showing plenty of consistent attacking flair, even if he has tallied only a single assist. The midfielder did see his minutes start to decline before the break, but it's unclear whether that was injury related or simply rest.

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in win Philipp sent in seven inaccurate crosses during Saturday's 2-0 win over Furth.

Impact Philipp had ample opportunity to break the game wide-open with plenty of opportunity on set-pieces, and failed to do so. It wasn't a bad performance but it was certainly Philipp's floor. Next up is a Tuesday trip to Lille.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records four crosses Philipp registered four crosses (zero accurate), four corners and one block against RB Leipzig on Sunday.

Impact Philipp led the team in crosses and corners but overall split the duties with Maximilian Arnold. The duo figure to continue dividing the setpiece work throughout the rest of the season, which will likely prevent Philipp from being an elite fantasy option.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Staying in Germany Philipp's buy option was exercised by Wolfsburg from Dynamo Moscow on Wednesday. In addition, the forward signed a four-year contract through 2025.

Impact Considering Philipp registered six goals on 30 shots (16 on target), two assists and 13 chances created in 24 appearances this season, it shouldn't come as a surprise to see Wolves locking him up on a permanent basis. While Philipp made just 13 starts in those 24 matches, he should challenge for a more consistent spot in the starting XI heading into the 2021-22 campaign.

JUNE 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Mainz Philipp scored one goal from two shots, created two chances, sent three crosses (two accurate) and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Mainz.

Impact Phillip scored the 1-1 equalizer in the 47th minute, but they ended up dropping all three points at home. The forward logged six goals and two assists in 24 appearances (13 starts) over the season, and will now look to improve his numbers in 2021-22.

MAY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund, Wolfsburg secure Champions League spots

Borussia Dortmund and Wolfsburg have secured qualification for the Champions League next season

MAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS