Yussuf Poulsen
HSV
Center Forward
Target Striker
Jun 15, 1994 (32)
Right
6'4"
185 lb
Ruled out of both Frankfurt clashes
Poulsen (hip) has been ruled out of Tuesday's DFB-Pokal clash and the upcoming Bundesliga encounter against Eintracht Frankfurt due to hip problems, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Yussi has been dealing with hip problems and will therefore also miss the upcoming week of fixtures."
Analysis: Poulsen was forced off at halftime of Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Paderborn after experiencing discomfort in his hip. Polzin confirmed that the forward will be unavailable for both upcoming matches against Frankfurt, ruling him out for the remainder of the week. The extent of the injury remains unclear, with no timeline established for his return to team training. His absence leaves Hamburg with fewer attacking options across the two fixtures, and his availability beyond the upcoming weekend will depend on his recovery progress.
Nets early Saturday
Poulsen scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating a chance during Saturday's 3-2 win over Hoffenheim.
Analysis: Poulsen opened the scoring in the 12th minute while finishing with the second most shots on the team. The forward has goals in back-to-back matches while combining for six shots and two chances created over his last three appearances.
Cleared to face Hoffenheim
Poulsen (thigh) is expected to start in Saturday's Bundesliga matchup against Hoffenheim after coach Merlin Polzin did not include him among Hamburg's injured players in his latest team update.
Analysis: Poulsen was forced off after approximately 20 minutes during Sunday's friendly against Copenhagen after experiencing discomfort in his right thigh following a sprint. However, his omission from coach Polzin's latest injury report suggests the issue was not serious enough to keep him sidelined for Saturday's contest. The forward should therefore be an option for selection, and should even start the contest with the recent injury of Patson Daka.
Exits friendly with thigh issue
Poulsen was forced off after around 20 minutes of Sunday's friendly against Copenhagen after appearing to suffer a right thigh injury.
Analysis: Poulsen felt discomfort in his right thigh following a sprint and required treatment before being replaced by Otto Stange. The nature and severity of the issue remain unclear, leaving his availability following the international break uncertain. Any absence would further reduce Hamburg's attacking options, with Albert Gronbaek and Patson Daka already sidelined.
Makes near instant impact
Poulsen scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over Koln.
Analysis: Poulsen entered the match at halftime and scored what would end up being the game winning goal four minutes into his appearance. The goal was the first of the season for the forward, matching all of last season's total in the process.
Set to return against Frankfurt
Poulsen (thigh) returned to full training and is an option for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Poulsen trained fully today and is an option for the squad."
Analysis: Poulsen's return to full training is an encouraging development after more than a month on the sidelines with muscle issues. The veteran had been operating in a rotational capacity before the injury, and a return to that role appears the most likely scenario should he be included in the matchday squad Saturday.
Trains with teammates
Puolsen (thigh) has joined team training, according to Lukas Dombrowski of Bild.de.
Analysis: Poulsen has not played in over a month due to some muscle issues, but is finally starting to see some further progress in his return, joining team training after training individually two weeks ago. This leaves him as a late call heading into their upcoming match against Frankfurt on Saturday. His return would likely only give them more depth, although he is a solid veteran presence to have around the club.
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