Schedule set: When HSV captain Poulsen is expected to return | OneFootball

Since his transfer to HSV, Yussuf Poulsen has been almost continuously struggling with injuries. The forward has only been in the starting lineup once.

Currently, Poulsen is sidelined due to a syndesmosis ligament injury that has kept him out of action since mid-December. However, signs point to an imminent return. Poulsen himself is optimistic, telling Sport Bild: “I feel good, everything is going according to plan so far. Since I haven't felt any muscular reaction, we can progressively increase the program. The fact that we are making daily progress also lifts my spirits.”

If the rehabilitation continues to be successful, the Dane could be ready for action in about a month. According to Sport Bild, HSV aims for Poulsen to return to team training between February 9 and 15. The subsequent match against Mainz 05 (February 20, 8:30 PM) could be a fitting date for the captain's comeback. Against the Rheinhessen, who have regained strength under coach Urs Fischer, important points in the fight against relegation will be at stake.

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Poulsen Supports HSV Teammates as an Advisor

Although Poulsen has not yet been able to exert much influence on the field—except for his winning goal in the Northern derby—his importance to the team is undisputed. Despite his injury, the veteran remains a central figure for the team.

“I attend every session and talk to the guys about the scenes we watch from training and games. Everything I see, I tell the guys. I am constantly in exchange with the offensive players, giving them hints and tips to help them. I've handled it this way from the start—and I do the same when I'm injured,” Poulsen explains. Nonetheless, he can hardly wait to finally be back on the pitch regularly.

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