YUSSUF POULSEN NEWS

Returns to bench Poulsen (strain) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Bochum.

Impact Poulsen was deemed probable Friday and is back in the squad as expected. The Danish forward had been sidelined since early November with a strain injury but is now available. While not fully fit to start, he is likely to feature as a substitute, especially with multiple absences in the attacking line due to injuries and suspensions.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Poulsen (strain) has been training with the team and is available for selection for Saturday's game against Bochum, the club announced.

Impact Poulsen has not featured since early November due to a strain injury but is back in the squad ahead of Bochum's upcoming match. With both Lois Openda and Benjamin Sesko serving suspensions following red cards in the previous game against Stuttgart, Poulsen is expected to see more playing time than originally anticipated.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Close to fit Poulsen (strain) is nearing a return and is doubtful for Sunday's match against Werder Bremen, according to his club.

Impact Poulsen has been training individually for a while now and is also nearing a return. However, he is yet to be cleared, leaving him doubtful and a late call for Sunday's outing. Even if he is fit, only expect to see a bench role following his injury.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Back working individually Poulsen (strain) is training individually again, according to his club.

Impact Poulsen is back on the training pitch, although he is only working individually. This will likely leave him out until after the winter break, hoping to see team training within the next two weeks of action.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back working individually Poulsen (strain) is training individually again, according to his club.

Impact Poulsen is back on the training pitch, although he is only working individually. This will likely leave him out until after the winter break, hoping to see team training within the next two weeks of action.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out several weeks Poulsen is set to miss time due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Poulsen went down over the international break, setting him up for several weeks out due to the issues. It has only been described as a muscle issues, with the forward likely eyeing a return in December. This won't be a major loss for the club, as he has only started in two of his appearances this season, although Andre Silva could see some more time off the bench with Poulsen out.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Steady production continues Poulsen scored five goals and added two assists in 28 appearances (12 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Poulsen contributed to seven goals, continuing his rock steady production. Lois Openda and Benjamin Sesko are the preferred options to lead the line but Poulsen would be the first option if either were to get injured. Poulsen will likely never return to a full time starting role in Leipzig.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Poulsen (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Poulsen is back on the team sheet Saturday, having finally overcome a thigh issue after three matches out. The attacker will most likely remain on the bench in most matches, moving forward, as he has only started in 11 of his 26 league appearances, mainly being a rotational player.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins team training Poulsen (thigh) was included in team training Tuesday, the club announced.

Impact Poulsen is ramping up his fitness as he seems to be nearing a return, now training with the team after missing the club's last three matches due to a muscle issue. This leaves the attacker in a decent spot for a return against Dortmund on Saturday, most likely earning a spot on the bench if fit.

APRIL 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thigh problem Poulsen is dealing with a thigh problem and won't be available to face Heidenheim on Saturday, the club announced Friday. He's expected to return to team training Sunday.

Impact Poulsen was dealing with a hamstring injury and now is affected by a thigh issue, so the injuries are not letting him log regular minutes. The Denmark international hasn't started a match for Leipzig since March 9, and he has netted five goals in 26 appearances (11 starts) in the Bundesliga this season.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing second straight Poulsen (hamstring) is unavailable for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Poulsen misses his second straight match, though he did begin individual training in the buildup to Saturday's fixture. The attacker hasn't started a match for Leipzig in the last month.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts individual work Poulsen (hamstring) was training individually ahead of Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Poulsen is starting the first parts of his return to play Tuesday, as he was training individually after going down with a hamstring issue two matches ago against Mainz. With only three days until their next contest, this leaves the attacker in a tough spot, as he will most likely be right on the verge of a return by then, hoping to have trained with the team and possibly be an option. However, this may be too soon for the attacker, but only time will tell, with him most likely being a game-time decision Saturday.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle injury Poulsen appears to have picked up a muscle injury in his hamstring, his club confirmed Tuesday.

Impact Poulsen looks to have picked up an injury in the club's latest match against Mainz on Saturday, as he has been confirmed to have picked up a muscle issue in his hamstring after undergoing an examination Tuesday. Unfortunately, this will most likely leave the player out for Saturday's match against Freiburg. Luckily, this shouldn't affect the starting XI, as he has only started in 2 of his past 13 appearances, serving in more of a rotational role off the bench. He will now hope to shake this problem off by next week, looking to get back in training and return against Wolfsburg on April 13.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets another goal from bench Poulsen scored a goal with his lone shot during Friday's 5-1 win over Koln.

Impact Poulsen entered the match in the 75th minute and scored Leipzig's final goal seven minutes into his appearance. Poulsen has two goals in his last three Bundesliga appearances, both coming from the bench after starting just one of those three contests.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Poulsen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 win versus Bochum.

Impact Poulsen was the final player to get on the scoresheet Saturday, notching a goal off of a Xavi Simons assist in the 72nd minute. He did this all in only 25 minutes of play as a substitute, only adding on a tackle won and one shot outside of his goal. The attacker seems to have fallen out of favor after only getting one start in the club's past nine matches, although he has notched two goal contributions during that time, still being a decent weapon off the bench.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Poulsen assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Poulsen got his first start since Dec 19, which also resulted in his second assist of the season. He's only started 10 starts in 21 appearances, logging in three goals and two assists on 24 (13 on target) and 12 chances created.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on one shot Poulsen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Poulsen took a single shot during Saturday's win and he made the most of it, finding the back of the net with the smooth finish. The attacker might not be the top option in the Leipzig attack but he is a strong finisher who can make the most of limited chances against tough opponents. When he starts Poulsen is worth consideration.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets eventual game winner Poulsen scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal), crossing once accurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Heidenheim.

Impact Poulsen found the back of the net in the 44th minute scoring what would end up being the game winning goal for Leipzig. Poulsen has goals in back-to-back Bundesliga matches, starting both, while combining for eight shots and three chances created over the same amount of games.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Poulsen scored a goal while taking four shots (three on goal) and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Poulsen found the back of the net in the 52nd minute scoring Leipzig's lone goal of the match. The start was the forward's first in the Bundesliga in over a month with the goal being his first in all competitions this season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Given bench nod Poulsen (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Red Star Belgrade.

Impact Poulsen will avoid missing any time after picking up an injury this week, making the bench for Tuesday's contest. This will mark the attacker's second straight game as a substitute as they continue to test his fitness for a full return. He could notch some minutes late into the match, possibly getting even more time if the game results in a one-sided affair.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late test Tuesday Poulsen (knock) is a doubt for Tuesday's clash with Red Star, according to RB Leipzig.

Impact Poulsen is a doubt for Tuesday's clash due to the knock he suffered in training. The forward likely won't be fit for the starting XI, potentially pushing Benjamin Sesko into the starting XI, especially with Timo Werner (infection) out.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract Poulsen has agreed to a two-year contract extension with Leipzig, keeping him in Germany until 2026.

Impact Poulsen has been part of the team since 2016, entering his eight season with Leipzig. He's made a total of 191 appearances in the Bundesliga, notching 116 starts while also recording 42 goals and 21 assists. This campaign, the forward has generated two assists in eight contests, five of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Poulsen assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Poulsen had a very quiet game in a match where his team did not hold much possession, but still found a way to make an impact by notching an assist on Lois Openda's goal in the 48th minute. Outside of the assist and chance created he provided off of the assist, Poulsen failed to contribute a single stat in any other category. He has started in all but two matches this season and looks to be a regular starter this campaign.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Augsburg in victory Poulsen assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against FC Augsburg.

Impact Poulsen assisted David Raum for the third goal in the 27th minute. This was his first goal involvement of the season. He also made a clearance. He needs to show improvement as has a risk of Timo Werner taking his place as a starter.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Union Berlin Poulsen (head) is in the starting lineup against Union Berlin on Sunday.

Impact Poulsen was deemed available earlier this week, but he surprisingly makes the starting lineup and will play upfront alongside Lois Openda. This move will push Timo Werner to a bench role.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE