PATRICK WIMMER NEWS

Finds bench spot Wimmer (head) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Gladbach.

Impact Wimmer is back from his head injury, as he is on the bench for Tuesday's contest. Luckily for the midfielder, he misses no time due to his injury concerns. He has appeared off the bench in his past two appearances and will hope to do the same against Gladbach.

14 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Picks up head injury Wimmer (head) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against Monchengladbach due to a head injury, coach Ralph Hasenhuttl said in a press conference. "Wimmsi was hit on the head."

Impact Wimmer has lost his starting spot in the last two Bundesliga matches but has been a regular starter this season, contributing two assists, 11 chances created, and 10 corners. Mohammed Amoura is the preferred option as a forward or left winger for the time being, so even if Wimmer recovers in time, his chances of starting remain slim.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Wimmer delivered one assist to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 5-1 win against Leipzig.

Impact Wimmer made his third consecutive start and recorded his second assist of the season. He also has a total of nine shots in the same amount of apperances this season, highlighting his impact in the attacking phase.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Wimmer is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Wimmer has cleared his suspension, having sat out the club's past two games against St. Pauli and Augsburg. This leaves him as an option for their next match, although he will likely serve off the bench, as he only appeared off the bench in the two games before his suspension.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Sunday Wimmer was shown a straight red card in the 69th minute of Sunday's 4-2 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Wimmer will be suspended for at least one match, having been sent off following a nasty tackle on Marco Grull. However, he could miss more time, depending on the DFB sports court ruling. He hasn't started in either of the club's past two matches, so this won't force a change, with a return expected against Augsburg on Nov. 2.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from injury Wimmer registered one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Bochum.

Impact Wimmer returned from injury and was able to get 17 minutes on the pitch Saturday. He was not fit to start, having record a start during the previous five games, totaling an assist with six shots (one on target), three chances created and four tackles.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Wimmer (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to Bochum.

Impact Wimmer was a heavy doubt for Saturday's clash but surprisingly made it back onto the bench. The winger isn't going to take a huge role straight away after suffering a painful injury. Still the fact he's available at all before the break is a good sign.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Wimmer (strain) is doubtful for Saturday's match against Bochum after returning to training, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. "Patrick returned today, not without pain, but s...

Impact Wimmer could be an option after returning to training but that seems to be unlikely, with the attacker currently doubtful. Even if he is fit, he will likely only serve off the bench with the doubt surrounding him, earning time off the bench. Either way, his addition to the team would be a positive, as he did start in their opening four matches of the campaign.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscular issues Wimmer was scratched from Saturday's clash with Stuttgart due to muscular injury.

Impact Wimmer was a late scratch from the squad Saturday due to a muscular issue. With Wimmer out of the squad it's Jonas Wind who gets the start in the attack for Saturday's match

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists despite defeat Wimmer assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Wimmer got the start on the wing and he was at his best, setting up Lovro Majer and providing a variety of dangerous moments. Wimmer has been inconsistent at best in Wolfsburg, but he's shown flashes of brilliance. At his best Wimmer could push for double-digit goal contributions with a full starting role.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Wimmer served a one-match ban but is now eligible for Sunday's clash with Gladbach.

Impact Wimmer was sent off before the international break forcing him to the sideline for the first match after the break. He's now eligible once more, but even when he's available he may not be thrown straight back into the starting XI for Sunday's match.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Wimmer (ankle) took part in team training during Wednesday's session, Wolfsburg announced.

Impact Wimmer made it back to team training after more than a month on the sideline. The ankle injury has derailed his season but Wimmer should still compete for some sort of role in the final months of the Bundesliga. Wimmer's first chance to return is a Saturday match against Dortmund.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will require ankle injury Wimmer is set for ankle surgery after suffering a tear in the syndesmotic ligament, ruling him out indefinitely.

Impact Wimmer had been getting good playing time to open up the season, recording four starts in six appearances. He had not found the score sheet yet, logging in seven tackles (three won) and six crosses (zero accurate) thus far. The midfielder could remain out until the start of the new year with his ankle injury.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will require ankle injury Wimmer is set for ankle surgery after suffering a tear in the syndesmotic ligament, ruling him out indefinitely.

Impact Wimmer had been getting good playing time to open up the season, recording four starts in six appearances. He had not found the score sheet yet, logging in seven tackles (three won) and six crosses (zero accurate) thus far. The midfielder could remain out until the start of the new year with his ankle injury.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against Augsburg Wimmer was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Augsburg.

Impact Wimmer limped off the pitch in the 52nd minute after picking up an injury. The attacker was replaced by Tiago Tomas who is a likely candidate to start if Wimmer is unavailable next week against Werder Bremen.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles in return Wimmer registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Union Berlin.

Impact Wimmer had a decent outing to help Wolfsburg earn three points at home. The forward was back in the starting lineup after missing their previous game with a strain. He now has three starts in the season, but has yet to play the full 90 minutes and did not score or assist so far.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Union Berlin Wimmer (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Union Berlin.

Impact Wimmer was limited in training Thursday, and all signs pointed to him not being ready to feature in this one due to both illness and a muscular injury, but he ended up cracking the starting XI and will slot in his usual attacking role. Wimmer has yet to score or assist in two starts this season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Wimmer's (strain) availability is in question going into Saturday's match with Union Berlin, Manager Nico Kovac announced.

Impact Wimmer could miss the first game back from the international break after picking up an illness and a muscle issue. He did not run through a full training session on Thursday and has been limited in practice this week due to the injury. The forward has started in two of the three matches this season, and his loss is something the club does not want to see after notching 14 goal contributions last year. If he is unable to play on Saturday, expect Tiago Tomas to start in Wimmer's position.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 17, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Excellent in debut season Wimmer scored four times and provided eight assists during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Wimmer remained in the Bundesliga after Bielefeld were relegated and put together another exceptional season. The winger ended on a new career-high of 12 goal contributions and created 37 chances. Wimmer took on a major role in the closing stages of the Bundesliga on his way to 26 appearances (23 starts.) The forward figures to head into pre-season leading the line alongside Jonas Wind.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held quiet Wimmer registered three shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 6-0 loss against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Wimmer saw his two-match goal contribution streak come to an end during Sunday's one-sided loss. The striker was still creative when on the pitch, and still maintained a role on set-pieces, but just couldn't get on the board. Wimmer is up to 12 goal contributions during his first season with Wolfsburg a marked improvement from his time with Bielefeld, despite playing fewer minutes.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists one of three goals Wimmer had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing four times (two accurate) and creating two chances during Sunday's 3-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Wimmer set up Sebastiaan Bornauw in the 13th minute assisting Wolfsburg's second goal. The assist was a club leading eighth in 22 appearances for the attacker to go along with four goals.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists at Bochum Wimmer scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 win against Bochum. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 24th minute.

Impact Wimmer had a great outing to help them earn the easy road win, even though playing only in the first half. He first assisted Mattias Svanberg's opener in the 10th minute, before scoring himself in the 33th to make it 3-0. The forward now has four goals and seven assists in the season so far, while also receiving his sixth yellow card during the match.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Wimmer is set to return from a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Wimmer picked up the yellow card during Saturday's draw with Augsburg, sidelining him for a clash with Gladbach. The winger was replaced by Jakub Kaminski in the attack, but should have the chance to return immediately to the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Leverkusen.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Wimmer recorded three shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against FC Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Wimmer will serve a one-match ban on April 9 after being given his fifth yellow card of the season. He has scored one goal on five shoes (two on target), 13 crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in the last three games. Jakub Kaminski will likely start in his absence against Borussia Monchengladbach.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE