Christoph Baumgartner
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CM (AM)
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Aug 1, 1999 (27)
Right
5'11"
161 lb
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2025/2026 Bundesliga
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2025/2026 Bundesliga
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Continues rehabilitation
Baumgartner (thigh) is still rehabbing, and it appears he will start the season on the sidelines, according to his club.
Analysis: Baumgartner underwent a procedure in June and has not recovered after his thigh was worked on, with the midfielder still in rehabilitation. Unfortunately for the club, this is a major loss, as he is set to be a starter and is an important part of the team, recording 13 goals and eight assists in 33 appearances last campaign. This will likely leave Nicolas Seiwald, Ezechiel Banzuzi, Brajan Gruda or Arthur Vermeeren to make up the three starting in midfield to begin the campaign, as Assan Ouedraogo (shoulder) looks to also be out.
Facing extended absence
Baumgartner (thigh) is not expected to be available until the end of September, according to Leipziger Volkszeitung.
Analysis: Baumgartner suffered a torn tendon at the front of his thigh near the hip shortly before the World Cup, an injury that has kept him out since. He transitioned to running as part of his buildup program earlier this month, though he still appears to have a considerable way to go. This timeline suggests Leipzig can't reasonably count on him before the Bundesliga's first international break, which follows matchday four (Sept. 18-20), with league play resuming Oct. 9-11. Baumgartner is expected to continue his recovery process as the club monitors his progress.
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