Chris Mueller
CHI
CF
Playmaking Forward
Aug 29, 1996 (30)
Right
5'9"
163 lb
Chicago FireSidelined once again
Mueller (not injury related) is out for Saturday's game against NYCFC, Joe Chatz of OnTap Sports reports.
Analysis: The reasons behind Mueller's absence are uncertain, as is his timetable to return. This shouldn't have a big impact in fantasy, however. Mueller will likely serve as a depth piece behind Robert Lewandowski, Robin Lod and Philip Zinckernagel even when he's back.
Absent for non-injury reasons
Mueller is listed as out for Wednesday's matchup versus Inter Miami for reasons not related to injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Mueller is an attacker who provides a direct goal-scoring threat from wide and central positions for Chicago, and his non-injury absence is an unusual development heading into the next game. It remains unclear when he'll return to action, but he'll likely serve as a backup option behind Robert Lewandowski, Robin Lod and Philip Zinckernagel even when he's back.
Available to return
Mueller (lower body) "is back, he's in contention to be in the squad", manager Gregg Berhalter said Thursday.
Analysis: Mueller should make his first appearance since March 7 after spending seven league games on the sidelines, although his return is likely to be in a substitute role given his lack of form. With striker Hugo Cuypers carrying impressive momentum, Mueller has little chances of being used in that position as he did earlier this year, so he'll possibly challenge Philip Zinckernagel and Jonathan Bamba on the flanks, looking to produce some crosses and scoring chances.
Starts to train
Mueller (lower body) is back in training, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.
Analysis: Mueller is back in the saddle at the training grounds, leading to a possible return soon. This is major news for the midfielder after an injury in week four has left him out, missing five games with the injury. With only a few days until the next match, he could sit out another game, but either way, a return is on the horizon.
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