Valentin Gendrey
TSG
RB
Overlapping Full Back
Jun 21, 2000 (26)
Right
5'10"
165 lb
HoffenheimStarts in return
Gendrey (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly against Freiburg, confirming he is back fit from his injury, the club posted.
Analysis: Gendrey had been sidelined for over four months with the issue, and his return to the starting XI comes right on schedule after coach Christian Ilzer had confirmed he would be ready for the start of the new season. His availability gives Hoffenheim back a proven option at right back after Vladimir Coufal had firmly held down the role during his absence, and his continued health through preseason will be important as the club settles its back line heading into the campaign.
Back running on grass
Gendrey resumed running as part of his rehabilitation from the ankle injury that has kept him sidelined for over two months, with coach Christian Ilzer confirming he will be ready for the start of next season. "He will be available again at the start of the new season."
Analysis: Gendrey will not feature in Saturday's season finale at Gladbach as his return remains too soon given the stage of his recovery, but the positive update from coach Ilzer is an encouraging sign that his rehabilitation is progressing on schedule. Vladimir Coufal has firmly locked down the right-back role during his extended absence and will continue in that spot for the final fixture, with Hoffenheim otherwise heading to Gladbach with a full squad available according to the coach.
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