Karim Adeyemi
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Adds assist
Adeyemi assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano.
Analysis: Adeyemi didn't do much during Monday's win, he created a single chance and took a single shot, but that was enough for the assist. That worked out in a one-sided match. Adeyemi should get plenty of chances across all competitions this season, and when he's on the pitch he has plenty of upside.
Strikes in club debut
Adeyemi scored a goal with his lone shot and created a chance during Sunday's 5-0 win over Elche.
Analysis: Adeyemi found the back of the net in first half stoppage time marking his debut for Barcelona with a goal. The attacker will face stiff competition for starts across the front line for Barca, but is a welcome addition after 11 goal involvements across 28 Bundesliga appearances for Dortmund last year.
Signs with Barcelona through 2031
Adeyemi has completed a transfer to Barcelona from Borussia Dortmund through 2031, reuniting with coach Hansi Flick, who gave him his senior Germany debut during their time together, according to the club.
Analysis: Adeyemi spent the last four seasons at Dortmund, where he established himself in both the Bundesliga and Champions League, accumulating 48 total Champions League appearances between his time at Dortmund and Salzburg, including two against Barcelona last season. The 23 year old forward, capable of playing across the front line or through the middle, was not called up for the World Cup despite an important role during qualifying, and arrives at Barcelona with a fresh preseason ahead of him and a clear motivation to reestablish himself under his former coach Hansi Flick.
Assists to help in 2-0 win
Adeyemi assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Werder Bremen.
Analysis: Adeyemi picked up his fourth assist of the season as he helped Dortmund to a 2-0 win over Werder Bremen. He came on with seven minutes to go and assisted Yan Couto with one of his two chances created in that time. The forward has started 15 times this season, but hasn't got in the starting lineup since late March.
Listed to bench
Adeyemi (strain) is on the bench for Friday's match against Frankfurt.
Analysis: Adeyemi was back in training this week, so it is no surprise to see the forward fit for Friday. He has remained in more of a rotational role this season, recording seven goals and three assists in 26 appearances (15 starts).
Could return Friday
Adeyemi (strain) resumed team training this week and could return for Friday's clash against Frankfurt, according to coach Niko Kovac. "Karim participated in training. I hope he can return Friday."
Analysis: Adeyemi missed the last four games due to a muscular injury but could make his return in Friday's clash against the eagles after resuming team training this week. Manager Kovac confirmed he would like all three returning players to be available for Friday, though the partial nature of their reintegration suggests the final call will depend on how they respond in the remaining sessions.
Still out
Adeyemi (strain) is out for Sunday's match against Gladbach.
Analysis: Adeyemi is not going to make his return this week, as he appeared to have failed his testing in the build-up to play. This will leave the winger with only two more games to return in this season, hoping to make it back when facing Frankfurt as he tries for a national team spot in June.
Trains Thursday, late call Sunday
Adeyemi (strain) was back in training and is questionable for Sunday's match against Gladbach, according to his club.
Analysis: Adeyemi was suffering from a muscle injury and will look to make his comeback this weekend after getting into partial training. After three games out, this is positive, as they could push him to be an option Sunday if he continues to train. However, he will look to remain fit for a possible bid with Germany at the World Cup, still having a decent season with 10 goal contributions in 26 appearances (15 starts).
Muscular problems still unresolved
Adeyemi continues to manage his muscular problems and remains unavailable, according to coach Niko Kovac, per Ruhr 24.
Analysis: Adeyemi had been ruled out of the Hoffenheim fixture and his muscular issues have clearly not resolved in the days since, extending his absence into the upcoming fixture. The forward has mainly been a rotational option for Dortmund this season, so his continued absence has a limited impact on the starting lineup, with Julian Brandt and Carney Chukwuemeka continuing to absorb larger roles in the attack while the club monitors his progress ahead of the final stretch of the campaign.
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