Eliesse Ben Seghir
B04
Left Winger
Half-Space Orchestrator
Feb 16, 2005 (21)
Right
5'10"
159 lb
Training individually
Ben Seghir (strain) is training individually but remains weeks away from returning to action.
Analysis: Ben Seghir's start to life in Leverkusen has been marred by injuries, and aside from this being his third fitness-related issue since the preseason, he's been limited to just 10 minutes off the bench across all competitions. He's weeks away from being an option for the coaching staff, but at least he's already working hard on his return with an eye toward resuming group training in the coming weeks.
Facing several weeks out
Ben Seghir (muscle) is expected to remain sidelined for several weeks due to his latest muscular injury, according to coach Carles Martinez. "It's not something big, it will be some weeks."
Analysis: Ben Seghir is dealing with his third injury setback since the beginning of preseason, further disrupting his efforts to establish a consistent role at Bayer Leverkusen. The attacking midfielder missed Saturday's 4-3 Bundesliga victory over Mainz, and coach Martinez latest comments indicate that he will require several weeks of recovery before returning to competitive action. Although the injury is not considered serious, the recurring muscular problems remain a concern for the club, particularly given his limited continuity since joining the squad. Ben Seghir is expected to miss multiple upcoming fixtures, with his eventual return dependent on his rehabilitation progress and ability to resume full team training.
Avoids serious muscle injury
Ben Seghir (muscle) is not expected to face an extended absence after missing Saturday's 4-3 Bundesliga win over Mainz, according to sporting director Simon Rolfes, per BILD. "He won't be out for long. It's not a serious injury, but it's still frustrating because it's been a recurring issue for him."
Analysis: Ben Seghir has suffered his third injury setback since the start of preseason, interrupting his efforts to establish a consistent role at Bayer Leverkusen. Although the latest muscular problem is not considered serious, further examinations are needed to determine the exact recovery timeline. His repeated fitness issues have limited his continuity, and his availability will depend on the results of the additional assessments.
Ruled out with muscle injury
Ben Seghir (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Mainz after suffering a minor muscle injury, according to the club.
Analysis: Ben Seghir continues to deal with fitness issues after recently making his season debut in the Europa League following an extended injury absence. The attacker had already missed Leverkusen's 2-0 win over RB Leipzig due to muscular tightness before returning to individual training, but his latest setback has prevented him from being available Saturday. He also remained with the club during the international break rather than joining Morocco, allowing him additional recovery time. Although the injury is described as minor, Ben Seghir has yet to establish a regular role this season, and his availability for the next fixture will depend on his recovery progress.
Working individually
Ben Seghir trained individually Tuesday after missing Sunday's 2-0 win over RB Leipzig due to minor muscular tightness, according to the club.
Analysis: Ben Seghir is dealing with a minor setback shortly after making his season debut in the Europa League following an extended injury absence. The attacker is not believed to have suffered a new injury, but Leverkusen are continuing to manage his workload as he works back toward full fitness. With Ben Seghir not joining Morocco during the international break, he will have additional time to recover and build his conditioning ahead of the Oct. 10 match against Mainz.
Makes first appearance of season
Ben Seghir (thigh) made his first competitive appearance of the season as a late substitute in Thursday's 2-0 Europa League win over NK Celje after recovering from a muscle injury sustained in mid-July.
Analysis: Ben Seghir picked up a thigh muscle injury in mid-July and ended up missing nearly two months after his expected two-to-three-week absence extended considerably. He gradually resumed team training at the end of August and was involved in large parts of sessions by early September before returning to competitive action for the final 10 minutes against NK Celje. His first appearance of the season indicates that the rehabilitation process has gone well enough for him to resume match involvement, with his workload likely to increase as he continues to regain his competitive sharpness.
Likely against NK Celje
Ben Seghir (thigh) was spotted in team training again Tuesday and should be an option for Wednesday's Europa League opener against NK Celje, the club posted.
Analysis: Ben Seghir had already been ruled out of the recent match against Augsburg despite reports saying he was fit to play again following the thigh injury he sustained in mid-July, stretching his absence to nearly two months beyond the original four-week projection. His confirmed full training now offers stronger hope for his first involvement of the season, positioning him to begin contributing to the rotation alongside Ibrahim Maza during the club's busy upcoming stretch.
Remains out Saturday
Ben Seghir (thigh) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Augsburg.
Analysis: Ben Seghir has been unable to earn a place in the matchday squad despite Kicker reporting he was fit to play again following the thigh injury he sustained in mid-July that stretched his absence to nearly two months beyond the original four-week projection. Coach Carles Martinez had made clear he sees the technically gifted attacker as an important piece this season, making his continued absence a frustrating development for a side that had been looking forward to having him available. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored closely, with the club eager to integrate him into the rotation as soon as possible alongside Ibrahim Maza during the upcoming busy stretch of matches.
Could 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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