Eliesse Ben Seghir
B04
LW
Half-Space Orchestrator
Feb 16, 2005 (21)
Right
5'10"
159 lb
LeverkusenCould return against Augsburg
Ben Seghir (thigh) is fit to play again and could be included in the squad for the first time this season for Saturday's match against Augsburg, according to Kicker.
Analysis: Ben Seghir originally suffered his thigh injury in mid July before the first preseason friendly, and what was expected to be around a four week absence stretched to nearly two months. Coach Carles Martinez, who knows the technically gifted attacker well from his time in France, is said to see him as an important piece this season, with sporting director Simon Rolfes noting Martinez was surprised how little Ben Seghir had featured previously at Leverkusen. His return would give the club a valuable option capable of unlocking compact defenses alongside Ibrahim Maza, and also allow Martinez to manage Maza's workload during the upcoming busy stretch of matches.
Not an option Saturday
Ben Seghir (thigh) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin.
Analysis: Ben Seghir has been unable to pass his late fitness test despite coach Carles Martinez Novell expressing optimism after the midfielder had recently begun taking part in portions of team training following the muscular injury he sustained in July. The assessment after Friday's session went against him, extending his absence beyond the recent match against Elversberg and into the Union Berlin fixture. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored closely as Leverkusen continue to manage his recovery carefully.
Late call against Union Berlin
Ben Seghir (thigh) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin, according to coach Carles Martinez Novell. "Eliesse is near, we have to check after training."
Analysis: Ben Seghir had been dealing with a muscular injury suffered in July that ruled him out of the recent match against Elversberg, though he has recently begun taking part in portions of team training as an encouraging step in his recovery. His status will continue to be assessed as Leverkusen approaches the match.
Remains sidelined
Ben Seghir (thigh) remains unavailable for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Elversberg as he continues his recovery from a muscular injury suffered in July, according to coach Carles Martinez Novell.
Analysis: Ben Seghir is progressing toward a return but is not yet ready for competitive action after spending several weeks on the sidelines. The 21-year-old has recently begun taking part in portions of team training, an encouraging step after his extended absence. He will need additional time to build up his workload before returning to the matchday squad, with no firm date yet established for his comeback.
Returns to partial team training
Ben Seghir (thigh) took part in portions of team training Tuesday, his first involvement since suffering the injury, according to ksta.
Analysis: Ben Seghir is making progress in his recovery from a thigh muscle injury that has kept him out for around five weeks. He has now partially rejoined team training, marking another step toward a return, though he will likely need more time to build back up before being considered for a full matchday role.
Out two to three weeks
Ben Seghir will be sidelined for at least two to three weeks due to a muscle injury in his right thigh, according to BILD.
Analysis: Ben Seghir will miss important preseason sessions as a result, though he is still expected to travel with the squad to Leverkusen's training camp in Blankenhain from Aug. 1 to 7, where he will complete individual rehab and conditioning work rather than full training. Ben Seghir had a good first week, therefore this new setback is a blow and the timing is especially unfortunate given the Moroccan winger was looking to make a fresh impression under new head coach Carles Martinez Novell after an inconsistent debut season with the Werkself, with this setback now costing him valuable time in the competition for a starting spot.
Ruled out indefinitely
Ben Seghir (undisclosed) picked up an injury during the warmup before Saturday's friendly against Baumberg and is out until further notice, according to the club.
Analysis: Ben Seghir had already been sidelined for a stretch at the end of last season with an ankle issue before eventually working his way back into the rotation. This latest setback is a new blow just as preseason gets underway, and further details on the nature and severity of the injury will be needed before his timeline for a return becomes clear.
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