NIKLAS SULE NEWS

Sidelined until December Sule (ankle) is expected to be out until December, Bild reports.

Impact Sule was originally hoping to make his return straight after the international break, but suffered some issues in his recovery. The defender is now considered a heavy doubt for a Nov. 30 clash with Bayern Munich. The timeline for Sule now seems to be more centered on a Dec. 7 trip to Gladbach.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out for month Sule is set to be ruled out until after the November break following an ankle injury, confirmed manager Nuri Sahin. "Niklas Sule will be out until the international break".

Impact Sule is set to be shut down for the next few weeks with an ankle injury. He had missed the St. Pauli clash with a knock, having just returned to action against Real Madrid. He's also started four times in five appearances, totaling 19 clearances with five tackles. Waldermar Anton is set to remain at center back alongside Nico Schlotterbeck in his absence.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Madrid Sule (knock) is back in the starting XI for Tuesday's trip to Real Madrid.

Impact Sule was left on the bench during the Champions League final against Madrid last season. This time he gets the chance in the starting XI, lining up alongside Nico Schlotterbeck. Sule is a competent defender, though his minutes have dwindled a bit as Dortmund rotate throughout the backline.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Sule (undisclosed) is on the squad list for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Sule was a game-time decision for Friday's match, so it is no surprise to possibly see him making his return Tuesday. Either way, he hasn't started in his past three appearances on the team sheet, so he will likely only see a spot on the bench if an option.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be available Friday Sule (undisclosed) won't play in Friday's game against St. Pauli.

Impact The towering defender was deemed a game-time call for Friday's match, but in the end, he didn't even make the bench. Sule's next chance to play will come in the UEFA Champions League against Real Madrid on Tuesday.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Friday Sule is questionable for Friday's match against St. Pauli, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "Niklas was out for two days. It will be a race against time."

Impact Sule will be a late call for Friday's match, with a fitness test ahead of game time likely deciding his availability for the match. He has started in five of the club's eight matches this season, so they will hope he is an option. That said, if deemed fit, he could see the start immediately, although he hasn't started in three contests.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Retains depth role Sule opened the season as a starter but has been on the bench for the final three matches before the break.

Impact Sule is the top option on the bench, but when everyone is fit he remains outside the starting XI. The defender is a top center-back and a solid contributor when needed, but he doesn't offer the talent of Nico Schlotterbeck. New signing Waldemar Anton also offers more competition for minutes at center-back.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to 18 starts in 2023/24 Sule made 18 starts across 29 appearances between the Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League in the 2023/24 season.

Impact Sule bagged one goal in the season, but he also delivered solid defensive work regardless of who was playing next to him. Sule struggled to gain a stable role at the back, however, and could be considered the third center-back behind Mats Hummels and Nico Schlotterbeck. He missed nine of the team's final 17 games by being an unused sub on the bench.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Sule (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Union berlin.

Impact Sule has missed two matches with an illness, but recovers as expected to start on Saturday. The defender had made five consecutive starts prior to the illness helping Dortmund keep two clean sheets.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to return Sule (illness) is "fit for Saturday" after training with the team Thursday, confirmed manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Sule is set to return to center back after missing the last two matches with an illness. He had started eight his previous 10 games played, recording a goal while also logging in 22 clearances, nine tackles and nine interceptions.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Missing through illness Sule (illness) is not in the squad to face Hoffenheim on Sunday.

Impact Sule misses out on his second consecutive match as he continues to recover from an illness. The defender had started five straight matches for Dortmund and should return next week against Hoffenheim.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to return for weekend Sule (illness) will "hope that he can be in the squad" for Sunday's match versus Hoffenheim, per manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Sule missed out on the UCL draw to PSV on Tuesday with an illness as he works back to return to the pitch. Prior to this, the defender had started the last five matches in a row, totaling 13 clearances and six interceptions in that span. If Sule is still not fit, then both Mats Hummels and Nico Schlotterbeck will line up in the back line again versus Hoffenheim.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Sule is out for Tuesday's trip to PSV due to illness, Dortmund announced.

Impact Sule traveled for Tuesday's trip but was ruled out at the last minute due to an illness. It's not expected to be a major worry but it does mean Nico Schlotterbeck and Mats Hummels get the start in central defense Tuesday. Sule will hope to return for a Sunday clash with Hoffenheim back in the Bundesliga.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to start Sule (back) is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Bochum.

Impact Sule returns from a back injury which forced him off at halftime last week against Koln. The centerback partners Nico Schlotterbeck in the heart of Dortmund's back four Sunday.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Will return for weekend Sule (back) is set to return for Sunday's match against Bochum after returning to training, said manager Edin Terzic. "Sule was able to train and is returning".

Impact Sule was able to avoid any serious injury and is set to return after exiting last match with a back injury. With Mats Hummels set to return, the defender will likely start off the bench, with Nico Schlotterbeck and Hummels the expected starter at center back for Sunday's match.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Stays in locker room at halftime Sule was forced off at halftime of Saturday's match against Koln due to a back injury.

Impact Sule stayed in the locker room at the break after dealing with a back injury in the first half. The center back was replaced by Hendry Blank.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Sule scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Sule maybe a center-back but he made the most of his chances to get forward during Saturday's loss, creating three chances and score a goal. It was a fantastic offensive showing from the defender but not one to overly chase as Sule just isn't that type of attacking threat more often than not.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Saturday Sule (illness) is in the starting lineup to face RB Leipzig on Saturday.

Impact Sule returned to training after an illness and was spotted with the team Friday, so it's not surprising to see him available on the bench. Sule will be an alternative at center-back with Mats Hummels and Nico Schlotterbeck operating as the center-back pairing.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Sule (illness) was back in training Friday ahead of Saturday's clash with Leipzig, per manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Sule is set to return Saturday after missing the last two matches with an illness. With Marius Wolf injured, the defender could get the start after having previous starting twice during his has two games.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

May be option for Polka match Sule (illness) trained individually on Tuesday and may be an option for Wednesday's Pokal match against Stuttgart, according to manager Edin Terzic. "Sule and Bensebaini were able...

Impact Sule is hoping to be an option for Wednesday's Pokal match, solidifying his return for Saturday's match against Leipzig. The defender has been out for the past three matches dealing with an illness but may be ready to go after training individually. If he does get the nod, expect him to only be a bench option, as he has held more of a rotational role this season, starting in only five of the club's 18 matches so far.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Sule (illness) is not on the squad for Sunday's matchup against Leverkusen.

Impact Sule is not in the squad and will remain sidelined, meaning he's set to miss a third straight contest across all competitions. His next chance to play will come against RB Leipzig on Dec. 9, and in the meantime, Nico Schlotterbeck and Mats Hummels will partner in central defense.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still doubtful Sule (illness) is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Leverkusen, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Sule is still working his way back from a flu that ruled him out mid-week. It's not clear how long it will take him to recover fully but it does seem like Sule remains some way away from making a full recovery into the starting XI. If Sule can't go it will be Mats Hummels and one of Nico Schlotterbeck or Emre Can in central defense.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Sule will not be an option for Tuesday's match against Milan due to an illness, according to the club.

Impact Sule will be missing his second UCL match of the season as he has fallen ill ahead of the match. Fortunately for Dortmund, his absence won't be a major loss, seeing he has only started in five of their 16 contests this season. Expect Nick Schlotterbeck and Mats Hummels to continue in the starting roles while Sule tries to reach full health before Sunday's game against Leverkusen.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting once more Sule started the final two matches before the international break, going the full 90 in both.

Impact Sule has been the odd man out of late, though his two starts before the break actually came at right-back. It's worth noting that Sule offers next to nothing going forward even when handed the chance to start at full-back. Julian Ryerson and Marius Wolf aren't going away so it's likely that Sule could end up back on the bench.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features in two of three matches Sule was named to the starting XI for two of Dortmund's opening three contests.

Impact Sule has found himself sharing the starting role with both Nico Schlotterbeck and Mats Hummels with each of the three central defenders making two starts through the first three matches. For his part, Sule has notched eight clearances, four blocks and two interceptions when called upon.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE