VfB Stuttgart Faces Major Injury Setbacks Ahead of Bundesliga Clash

Striker Deniz Undav likely sidelined for the year with a hamstring tear, while multiple teammates also face fitness concerns.

Deniz Undav sustained a hamstring tear during training and is unlikely to return to play before the winter break, according to coach Sebastian Hoeneß.
The injury is to the same muscle Undav strained earlier this season, which caused him to miss recent matches and Germany's Nations League fixtures.
El Bilal Touré suffered a suspected serious midfoot injury during international duty with Mali, adding to Stuttgart's growing list of sidelined players.
Midfielder Angelo Stiller, defender Ameen Al-Dakhil, and Anrie Chase are all doubtful for the upcoming match against VfL Bochum due to various injuries or illness.
Stuttgart's injury challenges come as the team prepares for its next Bundesliga fixture on Saturday, compounding difficulties from a string of recent player absences.