NORDI MUKIELE NEWS

Training alone Mukiele (thigh) took part in individual training Tuesday, Kicker reports.

Impact Mukiele is targeting a return after the international break, and appears to be on target for that, as he works back from the thigh injury. The defender is returning on schedule it seems, especially if he can ramp up his work throughout the break.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out until after break Mukiele suffered a muscle injury in his thigh and will miss the next two matches, according to his club.

Impact Mukiele has received unfortunate news following his early exit from Friday's match, with the defender set to miss the next two matches due to the issues. This will leave him out until after the international break, giving him plenty of time to recover and likely be fully fit when the club returns to action. This will likely move Jeremy Frimpong back to the right of the midfield, while Martin Terrier (undisclosed) or Jonas Hoffman move into the attacking part of the midfield.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Mukiele was subbed off due to injury in the 54th minute of Friday's 0-0 draw against VfB Stuttgart. He registered one tackle (zero won), one clearance and one interception before e...

Impact Mukiele was busy defensively before coming off with the injury Friday. He hasn't been a major starter with Leverkusen, but he has far more chance to play than he did with PSG. With Leverkusen building in all competitions Mukiele should have plenty of minutes in the coming weeks if he can get fit.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Unfortunate own goal Mukiele registered an own goal and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-3 win versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Mukiele was charged with an own goal Sunday after he steered a Wolfsburg cross into the back of his own net with his chest to opening the scoring. The defender has had a rock start to life in Germany after being loaned out by Paris Saint-Germain. He has made just two appearances, totaling 49 minutes, with Sunday's own goal as his lone contribution to his new club. The defender will be competing with established veterans like Jonathan Tah, Piero Hinicapie and Edmond Tapsoba for minutes in the Leverkusen backline.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Leverkusen Mukiele completed a loan move to Leverkusen from PSG, the club announced.

Impact Mukiele was struggling for playing time in Paris, and now gets the chance to move to Leverkusen. He will likely play more of a depth role with the reigning German champions. Mukiele has finished his development for the most part, and at this point is looking to earn a permanent move.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Offensive effort in win Mukiele generated four shots (four on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win against Metz.

Impact Mukiele led the visitors in shots despite playing a right-back role during the season finale. He has been in and out of the lineup throughout the last year, remaining a backup player behind Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes in important games. In numerical terms, the Frenchman didn't score or assist, and had nine shots (six on goal), 28 clearances, 14 interceptions and 12 tackles in 847 minutes of play across all competitions.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Mukiele (head) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Mukiele is making his return only one match after a scary head injury that left the defender bleeding from the mouth, as he lines up on the bench Tuesday. He will most likely continue on the bench moving forward, as he has only appeared in 15 games this season, starting in seven of those games.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Could feature Tuesday Mukiele (head) is an option for Tuesday's match against Barcelona after being listed to the traveling team.

Impact Mukiele looks to have overcome his head issues after going through concussion protocols, as he was named to the squad list for Tuesday. The defender will most likely return to the bench if selected for the team despite starting in his last appearance, as he has played in more of a reserve role this campaign, only seeing 15 appearances all season, with seven of those being starts.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Still in concussion protocol Mukiele (head) will not be an option for Wednesday's match against Barcelona as he continues the concussion recovery protocol, according to the club.

Impact Mukiele will not be an option after his scary head collision Saturday, as he remains in concussion protocol, leaving him out for Wednesday's contest. This comes despite the player's obvious frustration when being taken off the field Saturday, appearing to possibly feel the repercussions of his injury now more than he did at the moment. He will now hope to complete this process by the end of the week, looking to be an option for the second leg of their tilt with Barcelona on April 16.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off pitch early Mukiele was taken off the field in the 13th minute of Saturday's 1-1 tie against Clermont due to an apparent head injury, per Alex Smith of The Sun.

Impact Mukiele did not last that long Saturday, as only 13 minutes into the match, he was forced to leave the field after colliding with the oppositions goalie, appearing to have picked up a head issue. However, it looks as if the defender may be fine, as he showed much frustration leaving the field, punching a side wall as he made his way down the tunnel, appering to be very mad at his substitution, as he has only appeared 15 times all season. With that being said, he will most likely still be an option for Wednesday's UCL contest against Barcelona unless he is forced into concussion protocol, probably moving back to the bench to make way for Achraf Hamimi, who is the regular starter at right-back and replaced Mukiele after the injury Saturday.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Three interceptions vs Metz Mukiele had two shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Lille. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.

Impact Mukiele made three interceptions for the first time since November. The 26-year-old won two tackles for the third time this season as well.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Goes down with face injury Mukiele has joined PSG's injury list after being hit in the face with a ball violently during training on Thursday, the club announced Friday.

Impact Mukiele looks to be in question for the club's next couple of matches, having picked up an injury to his face after being hit by a ball during training. The true seriousness of the injury has yet to be released, as he was only taken in for exams this morning, with the club awaiting the recent test results. They will hope for the defender to be back with the team by their next match in league play on Jan. 28 against Brest. However, if he is not ready for a return by then, it shouldn't affect too much within the squad, with Mukiele going unused in the club's past five matches despite being listed to the bench.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Finally starts Mukiele had two tackles (zero won), three clearances and three interceptions in Friday's 3-0 victory against Montpellier. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute...

Impact Mukiele made his first start since March 2023 after recovering from a long-term knee injury. The wing-back is an impressive attacking option who could provide genuine competition for Achraf Hakimi in the starting XI. Still with PSG hoping to compete in all competitions there should be minutes for both right-backs.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Single appearance Mukiele has made just one appearance off the bench before the break.

Impact Mukiele's minutes have been extremely limited since returning from injury, though this isn't a surprise. Coming back from such a serious issue Mukiele was never going to be rushed into the first team. The only concern is if he will amount to anything more than a bench option with some impressive wing-back options ahead of him on the pecking order.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Dortmund Mukiele (hamstring) will be an option against Dortmund on Tuesday after being included in the 20-man squad.

Impact Mukiele looks poised to make his season debut after missing out on the opening four matches of the season. Given his extended layoff, the defender may have to settle for a spot on the bench initially but should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI once up to full match fitness.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still unfit Mukiele (hamstring) remains out of the squad for Friday's match against Nice.

Impact Mukiele will miss the Nice match after being deemed not fit enough to return. He underwent hamstring surgery last season and remains sidelined due to the injury. He will hope to avoid another season full of injuries by returning to the pitch soon. He could be fit for Tuesday's match against Dortmund, but even if he is, he will most likely only be used as a substitute.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to play Sunday Mukiele (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Lyon on Sunday.

Impact The defender is back in training but is still not fit enough to play. His next chance to play will come against Nice on Sep. 17 after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Mukiele (hamstring) returned to team training Friday, PSG announced.

Impact Mukiele isn't likely to be fit for Saturday's clash with Lens but he did return to team training. The wing-back will face an uphill battle to displace Lucas Hernandez or Achraf Hakimi on either flank. Mukiele's more realistic chance for a return will be a Sept. 3 trip to Lyon.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't travel Mukiele (hamstring) didn't travel for Saturday's clash with Toulouse.

Impact Mukiele wasn't included in the traveling squad despite making a return to team training earlier in the week. Mukiele is progressing in his recovery and is nearing a return to the first team. With the formation manager Luis Enrique has favored it's unclear if Mukiele will be able to return to any substantial minutes.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in team training Mukiele (hamstring) is active in team training Friday, PSG announced.

Impact Mukiele took part in team training Friday as he recovers from a long-term hamstring injury. It remains to be seen if the wing-back will be an option for the season opener against Lorient but his recovery has been coming along well. If he's unable to go Saturday it would likely guarantee a start for Lucas Hernandez.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

PSG hit by more injuries in final stretch of league season

Paris Saint-Germain will be without defender Nordi Mukiele until the end of the season and without midfielder Renato Sanches for several weeks as the race for the French league tit...

APRIL 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mukiele ruled out for remainder of PSG's season with hamstring injury Paris Saint-Germain defender Nordi Mukiele has been ruled out for the remainder of the season. The France international, who moved to the Fr...

APRIL 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ruled out for rest of season Mukiele will undergo season-ending surgery on his hamstring that will take place in Finland, the team confirms.

Impact Mukiele has been sidelined since March 11 with both calf and Achilles injuries, but it has been confirmed that he will have surgery on his upper hamstring that will end his season. His first year with the club have been full of injuries, only appearing in the starting XI 13 times in 23 appearances. His timeline for return is not clear, but it will likely not be until early next season.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Mukiele has been diagnosed with a calf and an Achilles tendon injury and will miss Saturday's match versus Brest, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Mukiele keeps struggling with the problem he suffered first last week and missed time because of it both games since then. He'll need some time of rest before getting a specific return date but after having so many issues of late he may be shut down for multiple games even. Marquinhos and Presnel Kimpembe are both also out and youngster El Chadaille Bitshiabu should step in at center-back though he's also dealing with a fitness problem. Achraf Hakimi will slot at right-back.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off at half time Mukiele (undisclosed) was brought off at half time with an injury during Wednesday's clash with Bayern Munich.

Impact Mukiele was brought on to replace the injured Marquinhos, and then got injured himself. With both defenders sidelined youngster El Chadaille Bitshiabu was called upon to step into the the must-win match.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE