MERGIM BERISHA NEWS

Out several weeks Berisha has suffered an injury and is out for several weeks, according to manager Jess Throup. "Mergim will be out for several weeks due to his injury. He was on fire and wanted to...

Impact Berisha will continue on the sidelines for a few weeks after missing out Saturday, with the forward dealing with an apparent muscle injury. He will likely miss most of February, hoping to return near the end of the month. This is a tough break for the forward, having just joined Augsburg on loan.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Missing with muscle strain Berisha is not in the squad for Saturday's clash with St. Pauli due to a muscle strain.

Impact Berisha will have to wait for his second debut with the club after picking up the injury in the buildup to Saturday's match. The striker will hope to recover in time to feature next week against Mainz.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Augsburg on loan Berisha has rejoined his former club Augsburg on loan from Hoffenheim until the end of the season, the club announced. "Mergim knows the club and the environment very well. He scor...

Impact Berisha joined Augsburg on loan from Fenerbahce during the 2022-23 season. He became the club's top scorer in his debut campaign with nine goals and four assists, earning his first call-up to the German national team in March 2023. Augsburg exercised the purchase option after the season, but Berisha moved immediately to Hoffenheim. This season, he has played 14 games for Hoffenheim, starting only four. His limited playing time has fueled his desire to return to the club where he experienced the most success in his career.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Berisha (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Bochum on Saturday.

Impact Berisha misses his third straight match in all competitions as he continues to recover from an injury. The forward trained in the buildup to the match and could return as soon as mid week action in the Europa league.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Berisha (undisclosed) is back to team training ahead of Saturday's match versus Bochum.

Impact Berisha will aim for a return Saturday after missing the last two matches with an injury. He had started three of the previous four games played in all competitions, totaling a goal and an assist with seven shots (two on target) in that span.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener Sunday Berisha assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-3 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Berisha assisted Marius Butler's opening goal Sunday as his through ball set up Butler's strike in the 5th minute. It was the only chance he created in the match. Following Stanley Nsoki's red card in the 18th minute and two quick Bremen goals, Berisha was subbed off in the 27th minute for defender Tim Drexler.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes against Leverkusen Berisha scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Berisha found the back of the net in the 37th minute scoring Hoffenheim's lone goal to prevent a clean sheet. The goal was the first of the season for Berisha in his first start after totaling 76 minutes from the bench in the opening two fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for DFB Pokal Berisha (knee) is on the bench for Friday's match against Wurzburger Kickers in the first round of the DFB Pokal.

Impact Berisha suffered a long-term injury in Nov. 2023 and was spotted in training in late July, so the return to the bench here in this Cup match suggests he's ready to go for the new season. When healthy, Berisha can play a rotation role in the final third due to his ability to play in multiple positions.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes parts of training Berisha (knee) was able to complete parts of preseason training Tuesday.

Impact Berisha is continuing his return to fitness following his long term knee injury. He was able to train in preseason for the first time, with the next step is trying to feature in a preseason friendly for the team.

JULY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves training early Berisha exited Tuesday's training session early after picking up an injury to his knee ahead of Saturday's match against Augsburg, according to the club.

Impact Berisha may be set for a spell on the sidelines after leaving training early due to a knee injury. The forward is currently undergoing further examination, and conclusive details on his injury will be revealed in the coming days. If he does miss time with the knock, it shouldn't shift the squad too much, seeing he has only started in two games.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots off bench Berisha generated three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 3-1 defeat to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Berisha came off the bench for the third match in a row and shot three times, but failed to put any on goal. Berisha made the switch to Hoffenheim, and has yet to take a starting role with his new club. The striker was a mainstay in the starting XI with Augsburg, but hasn't really had the chance to show his upside with these limited minutes in Hoffenheim. Berisha would be an interesting option if he is handed a role in the first team.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs through 2027 Berisha completed a move to TSG Hoffenheim from FC Augsburg on Wednesday.

Impact Berisha started the first two matches of the season for Augsburg in which he tallied five shots (zero on target), one cross (accurate) and two chances created. With the move, Berisha could find it more difficult to secure appearances in the starting XI, though Ihlas Bebou, Marius Bulter and Wout Weghorst have thus far combined for zero goals.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Berisha (ankle) was on the bench during Sunday's 1-0 preseason loss to Napoli.

Impact Berisha is always back to health as he made an appearance off the bench Sunday. It is unclear if he will be ready for the start of the season on Aug 19, however with a few weeks before the match, it will give the forward enough time to recover before the opening of the new season.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet training Berisha (ankle) is not yet training, Augsburger General reported.

Impact Berisha finished the 2022-23 Bundesliga with an ankle issue and has not yet returned to training. The forward is expected to make it back at some point in pre-season but wasn't fit enough to begin the program with the team.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Moenchengladbach Berisha (undisclosed) is unavailable for Saturday's game versus Moenchengladbach.

Impact Berisha won't be an option after suffering a contusion in the previous game. He closes his season a little early with nine goals, four assists, 55 shots (16 on target), and 20 chances created.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Berisha (undisclosed) is a game-time all for Saturday's clash with Gladbach, according to manager Enrico Maassen.

Impact Berisha picked up some sort of knock and is a doubt for Saturday's match. The forward has been active in each of the three matches leading up to Saturday's finale and put together a strong season before the injury. If Berisha is unable to play Saturday he would end on nine goals and four assists in his Bundesliga debut.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five minutes off bench Berisha (ankle) played five minutes off the bench during Saturday's 1-0 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Berisha wasn't expected to return Saturday, but was able to return to the first team during a five minute came off the bench. The striker could return to a major role with Ruben Vargas ruled out for the remainder of the 2022/23 season.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Berisha (ankle) is back on the grass and training individually, according to manager Enrico MaaBen.

Impact Berisha has begun individual training for the first time since suffering an ankle injury last month. He is not expected to be available for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin, but could be an option for May 13th's match against VfL Bochum. Dion Beljo and Ermedin Demirovic are likely to line up again at forward in his absence.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Berisha (ankle) is out for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin, Augsburger Allgemeine reports.

Impact Berisha will be sidelined once more as he continues to deal with an ankle injury that holds him out of training. The forward has now missed four matches in a row and is running out of time to return before the end of the Bundesliga. Berisha will continue to be replace by Ermedin Demirovic in the starting XI alongside Dion Beljo.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leipzig Berisha (ankle) is not in Augsburg's match day squad for Saturday's clash against RB Leipzig.

Impact Berisha is missing a second consecutive match Saturday with an ankle injury.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected out once more Berisha (ankle) is expected to miss Saturday's trip to Leipzig, according to manager Enrico Maassen.

Impact Berisha has missed two matches in a row due to an ankle issue and is expected to be sidelined once more. Berisha's likely absence brings Irvin Cardona back into the starting XI alongside Dion Beljo to lead the attack.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Berisha (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Koln.

Impact Berisha was expected to be out of the XI for this game, but at least he'll be available off the bench if needed. He has nine goals and four assists across 20 appearances (19 starts) this season.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heavy doubt Saturday Berisha is a heavy doubt for Saturday's clash with Koln, according to manager Enrico Maassen.

Impact Berisha is dealing with a knock he picked up in training and is a doubt Saturday. The forward was able to train partially Thursday, meaning it will likely be a question of pain management before the Koln match. Irvin Cardona could get the alongside Dion Beljo if Berisha is unable to go Saturday.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Berisha scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact The on-loan forward has been key for FC Augsburg this season. Berisha has been Augsburg's highest goal scorer and assister this season and also has goal involvements against much stronger teams like Bayern, Leipzig and Frankfurt. He will surely be an important player when the team travel to Leipzig in a fortnight's time.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace in losing effort Berisha scored twice while taking four shots (two on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 5-3 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Berisha opened the scoring in the second minute before converting a penalty in the 60th to score two of Augsburg's three goals. The goals upped the forward's season total to a team-high eight in 18 appearances as he also leads Augsburg in assists, shots and crosses.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE