Dan-Axel Zagadou
VFB
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Jun 3, 1999 (27)
Left
6'5"
198 lb
StuttgartOut with muscular thigh injury
Zagadou has sustained a muscular injury to the back of his thigh in the friendly against Everton while contesting for the ball, and will be unavailable for training and matches in the coming weeks, according to the club.
Analysis: Zagadou had been forced off in the 33rd minute of that match, initially thought to be only a cautious substitution, but this updated diagnosis confirms a more significant setback than first believed. His absence now casts doubt over his availability for the start of the season, and his recovery timeline will be worth monitoring as Stuttgart continues preseason preparations.
Injured during friendly
Zagadou had to leave Saturday's friendly against Everton in the 33rd minute due to a muscular injury, but was only removed to be cautious, according to Daniel Haug of Kicker.
Analysis: Zagadou picked up an injury in Stuttgart's most recent friendly, leaving some questions to be answered. However, the defender was only pulled as a cautious move and wanted to continue, likely leaving little to worry about for him. He will have another chance to return to play on Aug. 15 against Fulham in their next friendly.
Signs contract extension
Zagadou has signed a one-year contract extension with Stuttgart until June 2027, the club announced.
Analysis: Zagadou made eight competitive appearances this season after fighting back from a lengthy injury absence, making his Bundesliga comeback in the matchday 31 home draw against Werder Bremen. Zagadou has now made 53 appearances for Stuttgart since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, contributing two goals and two assists across a spell that has included Bundesliga survival via the relegation playoff, a runners-up finish and two consecutive Champions League qualifications. Sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth praised his footballing qualities, personality and determination to fight back from repeated injury setbacks, with Zagadou himself expressing his gratitude for the club's trust and his commitment to delivering his best performances in the upcoming season.
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