Mario Gotze Injury: Still not an option

Gotze (strain) is still not an option for Friday's clash against Leverkusen, coach Dino Toppmoller said in the press conference. "Mario is unfortunately still not an option."

Gotze is still dealing with a muscular injury and not an option for the time being. The playmaker will likely hold a rotational role for the eagles this season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting squad, with Can Uzun getting a larger role in the frontline while he is out.