Jonathan Clauss
NCE
Suffers ankle sprain
Clauss was involved in a 54th-minute substitution during Friday's 2-1 win over Brest, and coach Olivier Pantaloni commented that it was due to a sprained ankle, Arthur Fradin of Radio France reports.
Analysis: Clauss had his eighth start of the season cut short after delivering seven crosses against Brest. Depending on the grade of the issue, it could leave him out for upcoming matches, in which case his team will need to use a different right wing-back for the first time this campaign. Hazma Koutoune subbed on for him Friday and could be in line for an unusual chance to produce. Furthermore, Gauthier Hein and Sofiane Diop would be expected to get more set pieces than usual for as long as Clauss is sidelined.
Assists on Sunday
Clauss assisted once to go with 12 crosses (two accurate) and seven corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Lyon.
Analysis: Clauss set up Elye Wahi for the opener in the 18th minute. Clauss registered the most crosses in the game, covered over 11 kilometers and also made four clearances and three interceptions. He has now recorded goals in back-to-back games.
Scores winner in 2-1 win
Clauss scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Strasbourg.
Analysis: Clauss scored the second goal for Nice as they would go on to defeat Strasbourg 2-1. This was the wide player's first goal of the season, despite him taking four shots and putting three on target. This was the second time this year that he has attempted four or more shots in a game, although this is the first time he has put more than one shot on target. He created three chances for the third time this season and the second game in a row.
Active in defeat
Clauss had three shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against AJ Auxerre.
Analysis: Clauss was one of Nice's more active presences going forward, generating crosses and set piece deliveries throughout but struggling to find the final product in a match where Nice were unable to find the net. His 1.51 expected assists across four matches this season reflect consistent creative involvement from the right wing back position that has yet to translate into a direct contribution, and his next fixture against Lille, who top the league, will be a significant step up for a Nice side in desperate need of a positive result.
Sends in eight crosses in draw
Clauss registered one shot (one on goal), eight crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Le Mans.
Analysis: Clauss led Nice in crosses as usual and now has 29 in three starts. The midfielder also took one of their five corner kicks. He has yet to assist in 2026-27 after logging six in the previous campaign.
Leads match in crosses
Clauss recorded five shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Lorient.
Analysis: Clauss was the biggest factor on the field for either side Saturday, as the wing-back recorded five shots, all of which missed the target. He would also add a chance created, two tackles and nine crosses for a solid match all around. He is set to be a starter for yet another season with the club, recording one goal and six assists in 30 appearances (28 starts) last season.
Creates three chances in return
Clauss generated three chances created, four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus AJ Auxerre.
Analysis: Clauss was back in the starting XI after missing Nice's previous contest with an undisclosed injury. The right-back logged the most chances created and crosses for his side during the road loss. He took their lone corner kick as well.
Returns to squad against Auxerre
Clauss (undisclosed) is back in the squad for Sunday's clash against Auxerre, according to the club.
Analysis: Clauss's return to the matchday squad is a welcome development after the undisclosed issue forced him out as a late scratch in the previous fixture. The right-back is an undisputed starter and one of the more important pieces in his side's system, handling set-piece duties in addition to his defensive responsibilities, and his availability gives the coaching staff their preferred option on that side of the defense heading into the weekend.
Late call against Auxerre
Clauss (undisclosed) returned to training Thursday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Auxerre, according to coach Claude Puel, per Ici Azur. "Jonathan returned to training Thursday. We will see."
Analysis: Clauss had been a late scratch for Saturday's clash against Lens without any details provided on the nature of the issue, making his return to the training pitch an encouraging development heading into the final fixture of the season. The undisputed starter will be assessed over the coming days before a final call is made on his involvement against Auxerre, with Tom Louchet having covered in his absence at right-back.
Late scratch Saturday
Clauss (undisclosed) was a late scratch for Saturday's clash against Lens, with no details provided on the nature of the issue.
Analysis: Clauss is an undisputed starter and one of the more important pieces in his side's system, handling set-piece duties in addition to his defensive responsibilities, making his last-minute withdrawal a significant blow. Tom Louchet stepped in to start in his place and is expected to continue in that role for as long as Clauss remains unavailable. No further information has been provided on the issue, leaving his return timeline uncertain with the club hoping to provide an update in the coming days.
Key to attack in draw
Clauss was subbed off due to injury in the 83rd minute of Saturday's 0-0 draw against Lille. He recorded two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners before exiting the match.
Analysis: Clauss's progressive instincts were on full display Saturday as he led the Nice attacking effort with two shots (one on goal), three corners and four cross attempts (zero accurate) in their scoreless draw versus Lille. In addition to his forward play, the full-back contributed three interceptions and one clearance to the defensive effort across his 83-minute shift. Clauss has been named to the Nice starting XI in seven consecutive Ligue 1 matches.
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