Sebastian Klaas

Analysis: Klaas had been dealing with adductor issues expected to keep him out for around four weeks, a timeline that had made his participation in both the DFB Pokal opener at Phonix Lubeck and the Bundesliga opener at Mainz look tight. His absence from the latest injury report is an encouraging sign that his recovery has progressed faster than expected, positioning him to be available for the top flight debut.

Aug 2, 2026

Out around four weeks

Klaas is dealing with adductor issues and is expected to be out for around four weeks, the club announced.

Analysis: Klaas missed Saturday's 2-0 win over VfL Osnabruck in a friendly as a result, a timeline that makes it tight for him to be ready for the club's first competitive match of the season, a DFB Pokal first round tie at 1. FC Phonix Lubeck on Aug. 23. Paderborn then open their Bundesliga campaign at Mainz six days later, and Klaas is expected to be reassessed as his recovery progresses.