MORITZ JENZ NEWS

Unavailable to face Berlin Jenz (undisclosed) missed Tuesday's match against Leverkusen and will also be unavailable for Sunday's clash against Union Berlin, coach Bo Svensson confirmed in the press conferen...

Impact Jenz began the season as a regular starter but saw reduced playing time thereafter. Prior to his undisclosed injury, he started two of the last three matches and is expected to compete for a starting role upon his return. In the meantime, Stefan Bell is the likely primary option in central defense.

17 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns after two matches out Jenz (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's clash with Holstein Kiel.

Impact Jenz returns after missing Mainz's previous two matches due to a muscle strain. The defender had started six straight matches prior to the injury, but settles for a role on the bench to begin Sunday's match.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Jenz (strain) returned to training Tuesday, Allgemeine Zeitung reports.

Impact Jenz has been on the sideline with a muscular issue, but is now back in training. The defender is coming back to full team training slowly, but seems to be on track to make his return after the international break if he avoids any setbacks.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out as expected Jenz (strain) is unavailable for Sunday's trip to Freiburg.

Impact Jenz misses out as expected following an injury suffered in mid week during German Cup action. The defender is replaced in Sunday's XI by Stefan Bell.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absence looming Jenz was forced to sub off at halftime during Wednesday's loss to Bayern Munich during the German Cup and is now set for further tests on his muscle injury. "With Moritz Jenz we a...

Impact Jenz could see some time on the sidelines with a muscle injury that forced him to play just one half Wednesday. Since returning from an early season injury, the defender had totaled 43 clearances with six blocks, making him a crucial part of the back line. If he is indeed ruled out, then Danny Da Costa could return to the starting XI for Mainz.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in friendly Jenz (thigh) was in the starting XI for Wednesday's 1-0 friendly loss to Darmstadt.

Impact Jenz returned from injury Wednesday, as after picking up a thigh issue with Wolfsburg before his loan move, he started and played the entirety of the first half. This is great news for the club, as he was brought in to serve in a starting role. That said, expect him to possibly start in their next contest once returning from the International break, likely remaining in that role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Mainz Jenz completed a loan move to Mainz from Wolfsburg, the club announced.

Impact Jenz completed his loan move, a surprising move given his role with Wolfsburg. Still he should be an immediate contributor with Mainz, likely taking on a starting role straight away. Jenz made 22 appearances (21 starts) with Wolfsburg last year.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Jenz didn't take part in training due to a thigh injury, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttel.

Impact Jenz wasn't active in training throughout the week due to a thigh issue. The defender likely won't play a part during Sunday's opener against Munich. Jenz being out for the opener will likely bring Sebastian Bornauw into the starting XI once more.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in losing effort Jenz had an assist while creating two chances, making two interceptions, two tackles and three clearances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Jenz set up Maxence Lacroix in the 41st minute to assist Wolfsburg's lone goal. The assist was the first of the season for Jenz who had missed Wolfsburg's past two matches with an ankle injury.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Leverkusen Jenz (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Leverkusen.

Impact Jenz was targeting a return Saturday after the international break, so it's not much of a surprise to see him in the starting lineup here. He has struggled with injuries, however, and has made just two appearances in the current Bundesliga campaign.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out again Jenz (ankle) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Stuttgart, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Jenz will miss his second match in a row with an ankle injury. He's started and played in two matches thus far, making him an option to start at center back once his healthy again.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Wolfsburg Jenz has signed a four-year contract with VfL Wolfsburg after transferring on a permanent basis from FC Lorient, the club announced Friday.

Impact Jenz kept five clean sheets in 11 Bundesliga appearances (all starts) while on a six-month loan with Schalke this spring, and the 24-year-old is now returning to Germany on a full contract with Wolfsburg. He also has six Champions League group stage starts to his name from his time on-loan with Celtic last fall, and he can challenge the like of Micky van de Ven, Maxence Lacroix (shoulder) and Sebastiaan Bornauw for a starting spot in central defense at his new club.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season suspended Jenz will end his 2022/23 campaign suspended after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season.

Impact Jenz has only played four times in the last nine matches as he dealt with a thigh injury. Prior to that, he had made eight straight starts at center back, totaling 32 clearances since his loan from Celtic in January. If Schalke can avoid relegation, then Jenz' loan will be a permeant deal. However, if they do get relegated then the defender will go back to Celtic for the 2023/24 season,

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up one-match ban Jenz will be suspended for Saturday's trip to Leipzig after picking up a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Jenz is set to miss the final match of the Bundesliga as he earned a fifth yellow card during Saturday's two-all draw with Frankfurt. The defender has made 11 appearances since joining Schalke in the January transfer window, keeping five clean sheets. Jenz would be a crucial part of the starting XI if Schalke can avoid relegation.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return to XI Jenz (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Frankfurt.

Impact Jenz returned to training earlier this week and finds himself in the XI, partnering with another injury returnee, Sepp van den Berg, at center-back. Jenz has made 11 appearances this season, all of them as a starter, and is averaging 4.0 clearances per game.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in team training Jenz (thigh) made a full return to team training Tuesday, Schalke announced.

Impact Jenz made a full return to team training and is fully fit and available for Saturday's clash with Frankfurt. The defender faces stiff competition for starting time with Sepp van den Berg back from injury as well.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be involved in team training Jenz (thigh) will participate in parts of team training ahead of Saturday's match versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Jenz has been out for the last two matches with a thigh injury, but is working on his return and is expected to be involved in parts of team training. He is still in doubt for the trip to Bayern Munich Saturday, with Sepp van den Berg the likely starter, unless Jenz makes a fast recovery within the next few days.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Mainz Jenz (thigh) will not be available for Friday's clash against Mainz, according to manager Thomas Reis. "Moritz Jenz isn't available."

Impact Jenz is set to miss his second match in a row with a thigh issue. He's missed three out of the last five games with injury after starting in 14 contests in a row while playing all 90 minutes. Marcin Kaminski is expected to move to center back to play alongside Maya Yoshida Friday.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Werder Bremen Jenz (undisclosed) is not in Schalke's match day squad for Saturday's clash against Werder Bremen.

Impact Jenz recently returned from a thigh injury that had sidelined him for the start of April, but he only played the first half in last weekend's defeat against Freiburg and is now unavailable to face Werder Bremen on Saturday as Marcin Kaminski replaces him in central defense.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hertha Jenz (thigh) will be in the starting XI versus Hertha Berlin on Friday.

Impact Jenz is back in the starting XI after missing the previous two matches due to his thigh problem. In his last five contests, the central defender recorded 22 clearances, eight tackles (five won) and four shots (zero on target). Given his limited offensive upside, Jenz won't offer much to fantasy players except in formats that value defensive stats.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Friday Jenz (thigh) is expected to return for Friday's match against Hertha BSC Berlin, according to manager Thomas Reis.

Impact Jenz has missed the last two matches with a thigh injury, but looks good to go for Friday. He will likely start at center back, where he has totaled 24 clearances in the last six games.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Hoffenheim Jenz (thigh) is not in Schalke's match day squad for Sunday's clash against TSG Hoffenheim.

Impact Jenz was able to train with his teammates this week but he's been ruled out once again for Sunday's match, with Henning Matriciani sliding over to partner Maya Yoshida in central defense in his absence.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in team training Jenz (thigh) returned to team training Tuesday, waz.de reports.

Impact Jenz picked up a training injury that ruled him out against Leverkusen. The defender was able to return for the first training session Tuesday and should be back in contention for a return to the starting XI before a Sunday trip to Hoffenheim.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with training injury Jenz (thigh) will be out for Saturday's clash with Leverkusen, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Jenz picked up a thigh injury in training and is now sidelined for Saturday's clash with Leverkusen. This injury could see Leo Greiml return to the first team for Saturday's clash. Jenz is expected to return before an April 9 clash with Hoffenheim.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records seven clearances Jenz recorded two tackles (one won) and seven clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Bochum.

Impact After joining FC Schalke 04 on loan, Jenz and the team have been on fire defensively. It maintained five clean sheets across its six games in between Jan. 28 and March 5. Jenz logged 25 clearances during the span.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE