Overview
- Starting goalkeeper Mark Flekken sustained a ligament injury in his right knee during the 0-1 loss at Hoffenheim and was replaced around the 60th minute by Janis Blaswich.
- Nathan Tella injured his right foot shortly after coming on as a substitute, having already missed a long spell in the first half of the season with knee problems.
- Leverkusen said both players will be unavailable for a longer period, offering no further medical details on the severity of the injuries.
- Blaswich is expected to start in goal in the upcoming Champions League match at Olympiakos and in near-term fixtures, according to reports.
- The setbacks come as Leverkusen balance Bundesliga commitments with their European campaign in the weeks ahead.