Florian Wirtz Suffers Ankle Injury on Duty

Bayer Leverkusen has confirmed that midfielder Florian Wirtz sustained a capsule injury to his right ankle during Germany's 1-0 victory over the Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League. The injury occurred just before halftime, leading to his substitution, and the exact timeline for his recovery remains unclear. Wirtz, 21, has been in excellent form this season, contributing six goals and one assist, making his absence a significant blow for Leverkusen. Coach Julian Nagelsmann expressed hope that the injury is not serious, though the club is currently treating Wirtz in Leverkusen. With Leverkusen set to face Eintracht Frankfurt in a crucial Bundesliga match, options like Jonas Hofmann and Martin Terrier may fill the gap left by Wirtz.