Florian Wirtz has been sidelined with a ligament injury he sustained while playing for Bayer Leverkusen against Werder Bremen. His injury comes at a crucial time, as the team is currently eight points behind Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich. Wirtz's absence will affect not only his club's Champions League performance but also his participation in the Nations League quarter-finals against Italy. Sporting director Simon Rolfes acknowledges the loss but expresses confidence in the squad's depth, expecting Wirtz to return before the season's end.
Bayer 04 will have to manage without Florian Wirtz, who suffered a ligament injury in his right ankle during the home game against Werder Bremen.
The loss of Florian obviously hits us hard in this phase of the season but we will compensate for him with a strong squad, said Simon Rolfes.
Wirtz, who has scored nine goals and set up another 10 in the Bundesliga this season, will also miss Germany's Nations League quarter-final tie against Italy.
We know Florian and also know he will come back as soon as possible. We are assuming he will be fully fit again for the run-in.
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