João Klauss
LAG
CF
Poacher
Mar 1, 1997 (29)
Right
6'3"
185 lb
LA GalaxyOn field doing ball work
Klauss (foot) is on the field doing ball work and getting his running in, according to coach Greg Vanney, per the Galaxy Podcast. "He looks very, he looks fit, lean, you know, it's really now just taking him through the steps that he needs to get to get through safely," adding that he could be back in full training in a week and a half.
Analysis: Klauss has been working his way back since undergoing foot surgery in April, and this progression to on field ball work is an encouraging sign in his recovery timeline, with a return to full training now potentially just over a week away. His eventual comeback would be a major boost to LA Galaxy's attack, given he had scored five goals in eight appearances before the injury.
Eyeing return mid-August
Klauss (foot) is back in training and expected to make a return around mid-August, per Alex Ruiz of Soccer Reports.
Analysis: Klauss returned to the grass for the first time since undergoing foot surgery in April. After three months of recovery, he's now targeting a potential comeback as early as next month, provided he avoids setbacks. His return would be a major boost to the Galaxy's attack, as he had scored five goals in eight appearances before the injury.
Out until after World Cup
Klauss (foot) will undergo surgery on a foot ligament and is out until after the World Cup, according to coach Greg Vanney, per Corner Of The Galaxy.
Analysis: Klauss had been one of the more impactful forwards in the attack before the injury, bringing energy on both sides of the ball and developing a consistent goal-scoring touch. The club believes the surgical route will speed up the healing process and provide better long-term protection for the foot. His absence is compounded by the fact that Matheus Nascimento is also unavailable, leaving the Galaxy with limited options at striker. Marco Reus figures to be among the options to fill in up front while Klauss works through his recovery.
Out with foot injury
Klauss is out for the time being due to a foot injury, per the MLS Player Status Report
Analysis: Klauss is suffering from a foot injury after an early exit in the last contest, and his absence is notable given that the Galaxy is already without Matheus Nascimento. A foot injury on a striker is inherently concerning, given how directly it affects their ability to run, shoot and hold up play. His timeline is unknown, and fantasy managers should treat him as out until further notice, leaving Marco Reus to likely start at forward in the coming games.
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