Nicolas Kühn
BMG
Right Winger
Wide Forward
Jan 1, 2000 (26)
Left
5'9"
163 lb
Could return Saturday
Kuhn (muscular) will miss Tuesday's DFB-Pokal clash against Karlsruher SC but could return for Saturday's Bundesliga encounter against Paderborn, according to coach Alexander Blessin. "Things are also looking good for Kuhn. Tuesday would still be too early, but he could be an option on Saturday."
Analysis: Kuhn continues progressing in his recovery from a muscle tear sustained during his only Bundesliga appearance of the season in early September. The winger has resumed team training but is not yet considered ready for competitive action, ruling him out of Tuesday's cup fixture. Saturday's clash against Paderborn now represents a potential return date, although his involvement will depend on his fitness over the coming days. Having missed several weeks, Kuhn could initially be eased back into action through a substitute role.
Still unavailable against Stuttgart
Kuhn (muscular) remains sidelined for Friday's Bundesliga clash against Stuttgart as he continues recovering from a muscle injury, according to coach Alexander Blessin. "It's still too early for Kuhn."
Analysis: Kuhn remains unavailable after suffering a muscle tear during his only Bundesliga appearance of the season in early September. The winger had recently resumed full team training, raising hopes of a return against Stuttgart, but he has yet to regain sufficient fitness for competitive action. Friday's encounter will therefore come too soon, with no definitive timeline established for his comeback. Having featured just once in the Bundesliga this season, Kuhn could require a gradual return to action once fully cleared.
Remains sidelined against Hoffenheim
Kuhn (muscular) has been ruled out for Sunday's Bundesliga clash against Hoffenheim despite recently returning to full team training.
Analysis: Kuhn remains unavailable after suffering a muscle tear during his only Bundesliga appearance of the season in early September. The winger has made encouraging progress in his recovery, completing multiple full training sessions this week after spending several weeks on the sidelines. Coach Alexander Blessin previously indicated that Kuhn could be available for the following Bundesliga fixture against Stuttgart, making a return next week a realistic possibility. Having played just once in the league this season, Kuhn could initially be restricted to a substitute role as he works toward regaining match fitness.
In contention for Hoffenheim clash
Kuhn (muscular) has completed two full team training sessions this week but remains uncertain for Sunday's Bundesliga clash against Hoffenheim, according to coach Alexander Blessin. "Nic has trained with the team all week. It's gone well. We're still weighing up whether he'll be ready for the matchday squad. He should be available by next week at the latest."
Analysis: Kuhn is closing in on a return after suffering a muscle tear during his only Bundesliga appearance of the season in early September. The winger has made significant progress this week, moving from partial participation to completing full training sessions after several weeks on the sidelines. His inclusion against Hoffenheim remains uncertain, although he is expected to be available for the following match against Stuttgart if he misses Sunday's fixture. Given his lengthy absence, Kuhn could initially be limited to a substitute role as he rebuilds his match fitness.
Could return against Hoffenheim
Kuhn (muscular) could return to Borussia Monchengladbach's matchday squad for Sunday's Bundesliga clash against Hoffenheim after resuming partial team training Wednesday, according to coach Alexander Blessin, per Rheinische Post. "If he gets through the week this well, it's an option."
Analysis: Kuhn has been sidelined since suffering a muscle tear during his only Bundesliga appearance of the season in early September. The winger participated in part of Wednesday's team training session before continuing his work individually, marking an encouraging step toward his return after several weeks out. Manager Blessin believes the 26-year-old can be a difference-maker for Gladbach but emphasized that a decision on his inclusion will depend on his progress over the next three training sessions. Kuhn could therefore make the squad Sunday if he continues improving, although a substitute role appears more likely given his extended absence.
Returns to team training
Kuhn (muscular) resumed team training Wednesday for the first time since suffering a muscle tear, according to Bild.
Analysis: Kuhn took an important step toward his return after an extended absence, completing approximately 60 minutes of team training before finishing the session as planned. The winger also performed additional progressive running exercises, suggesting he is gradually rebuilding his fitness. His availability for Sunday's Bundesliga clash against Hoffenheim remains uncertain, although his return to group training brings him closer to making his comeback.
Ruled out five to six weeks
Kuhn will miss five to six weeks after suffering a muscle bundle tear during training following Borussia Monchengladbach's 3-4 loss to SV Elversberg, according to BILD.
Analysis: Kuhn picked up the injury during the final training session after the 3-4 loss to SV Elversberg, having only just made his Borussia Monchengladbach debut as a substitute for Franck Honorat. The 26-year-old is expected to be sidelined for five to six weeks, meaning his return will have to wait until he has worked through the recovery from the muscle injury.
Joins Gladbach on loan
Kuhn has joined Borussia Monchengladbach on loan from Como on a deal running through June 30, 2027, the club announced.
Analysis: Kuhn struggled to make an impact at Como after joining from Celtic, managing just one goal and two assists across 23 Serie A appearances last season, and the move gives him a route back to regular football in the Bundesliga, a longtime goal of his. He broke out at Celtic, most notably delivering a standout performance against Bayern Munich in the Champions League playoffs, and Gladbach sporting director Rouven Schroder pointed to his versatility, pace, and one-on-one ability as qualities the squad lacked. Kuhn joins a crowded wing rotation alongside Wael Mohya, Robin Hack, Hugo Bolin, and Franck Honorat, so he'll need to compete for minutes despite the fresh start.
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