RB Leipzig attacker Brajan Gruda has been ruled out of joining the Germany national team following an injury sustained during a match against Bayer Leverkusen. The German Football Association announced on Monday that Gruda, who was set to make his senior international debut, will not travel with the squad as planned.
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Gruda suffered an oblique strain in the 26th minute of Sunday’s Bundesliga match, which Leipzig lost 2-0 to Bayer Leverkusen. Following a thorough examination, it was confirmed that the young player will need to rest and recover, leaving his status for Germany's upcoming fixtures uncertain.
The defeat against Bayer Leverkusen marked RB Leipzig’s return to reality after a previous 5-0 victory over Hamburger SV. Despite showing promise in recent games, Leipzig has struggled with consistency, particularly in away matches, prompting head coach Martín Demichelis to address tactical issues within the team.